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put weight on

VERB

lean

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bow drift incline nod prop recline slant tilt tip twist veer

STRONG

beetle cant careen curve decline deflect dip divert droop heel jut list overhang pitch place repose rest roll sag sheer sink slope turn

WEAK

be off be slanted fasten on hang on rest on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

straighten

STRONG

ascend rise

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There has been criticism from supporters after footage showed medics allowing the attacker to put weight on his knee despite having suffered a serious injury.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

When you walk or put weight on a joint, cartilage is gently compressed, pushing fluid out.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

And James barely put weight on his left leg as he limped off the court in the fourth quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025

The veteran guard struggled to put weight on his foot after landing awkwardly on Reaves’ foot.

From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2023

As soon as he put weight on it, the injured foot buckled and he crumpled.

From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer

put weight on

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