carry weight
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“When theater owners have publicly said that supply is the problem, those are voices that carry weight because they’re in the market,” said Paula Blizzard, an attorney for California, during the hearing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
As Stella is someone who has worked with Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso, his comments carry weight.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Presidential endorsements invariably carry weight, but the power isn’t unlimited.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 6, 2026
Does any of that historical power for both the Continent and Japan carry weight when it comes to stocks?
From Barron's ● Jan. 21, 2026
Patria is the oldest, and so in Mama’s absence, her words carry weight.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
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