put on weight
Example Sentences
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He started counting every “macro” — or macronutrient of proteins, carbohydrates and fats — that went into his body, adding thousands of calories of canola oil to his smoothies so he could put on weight.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2025
"I put on weight due to my relationship and things going wrong," she said.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2025
Despite the high-calorie diet, these animals did not put on weight, showed fewer signs of liver disease and had lower levels of biomarkers that indicate liver damage.
From Science Daily • May 7, 2024
Kothari says Momo has continued to put on weight since the surgery.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2024
Lourdes cooks for Enrique, and he begins to put on weight.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
