weightier

Example Sentences

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A couple of the disputes are a bit weightier than a question of whether someone’s yard goes to here . . . or to here.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

She’s only in the movie for about half an hour, and though her character drives the action and ends the movie in spectacular fashion, that wasn’t enough in a category flush with weightier work.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

The couple are set to return to the presidential residence, but this time Mutharika's in-tray will be far weightier.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

“Please Don’t Cry” has a weightier R&B influence than past projects.

From Seattle Times • May 24, 2024

I wasn’t going anywhere until morning, at least, and I wanted to enjoy a few more minutes with my friends unburdened by weightier things.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs