carry weight
The phrase "carry weight" often implies having significant influence or importance in a given context.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To have significant influence or importance.
Example
- Her recommendations carry a lot of weight in the company.
- His words carry weight in political circles.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "carry weight":
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