to weigh one's words
01
to take a moment to ponder what one is about to say
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Formal
Idiom
예시들
Before addressing the sensitive topic, she paused to weigh her words, ensuring she did n't offend anyone.
02
to carefully think about what someone else has said
Idiom예시들
She carefully weighed her words during the interview, aware of the potential consequences of her responses.
