- comparative of heavy.
heavier
Example Sentences
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It is possible that heavier downpours with thunder and lightning could affect southern and south-eastern England on Tuesday night and Wednesday.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
For example, performing 20 to 25 repetitions with a lighter weight can produce similar improvements to lifting a heavier weight ten times, provided the effort is high.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026
Diesel is heavier than gasoline and contains more energy per liter, and diesel engines tend to be more energy efficient.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Meanwhile, a heavier 4Q product schedule should provide greater room for pricing and mix adjustments even if component costs remain elevated, the analysts add.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
All right, it was a bit louder than the faucet ever managed, and heavier.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
