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heavily

[hev-uh-lee] / ˈhɛv ə li /


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For Brandon Guillebeaux, a longtime resident of this heavily Hispanic community, the trade-offs simply didn't add up.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Kering has long been heavily reliant on Gucci and, by extension, on the vagaries of the fashion cycle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Spain's Jon Rahm, who is known for his own tempestuousness and was heavily backed to perform well this week, also had a day to forget.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

McIlroy, playing in his 18th Masters, said he leaned heavily on his experience to maintain an even keel.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The stock market was not only transparent but heavily policed.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis