heavyset

Example Sentences

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They remembered the quiet, heavyset boy who was picked on over his weight.

From Seattle Times

Food is only available for those who can afford to make a trip to the store, said Abu Ali, a heavyset bearded man wrapped up against the cold.

From Washington Post

She told prosecutors she used heavyset women as “body carriers,” because they were less likely to be patted down, and sent them through Arizona and California crossings.

From Washington Post

A heavyset man wearing black-framed eyeglasses, he walked to the witness stand in baggy chinos, a flaming-red Chicago Bulls cap and a crimson T-shirt emblazoned, “Blessed with Success.”

From Washington Post

Prosecutors planned to present a wide range of felony counts related to the troopers’ use of force and their decision to leave the heavyset Greene handcuffed and prone for several minutes before rendering aid.

From Seattle Times