weigh on

Example Sentences

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“The recent rise in yields may be approaching levels that begin to weigh on equity performance.”

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

They can also weigh on dividend-paying companies themselves, many of which are in asset-heavy industries that require significant amounts of debt.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

But it also reminded him that high gas prices can weigh on the economy, if they eventually keep households from spending elsewhere.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

"These increases are likely to weigh on disposable incomes, dampening demand and posing a significant challenge to economic activity over the coming months."

From BBC • May 14, 2026

A heavy weariness was starting to weigh on him, but he forced himself to focus on the man across from him, hoping for answers.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner