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to weigh down
[phrase form: weigh]
01
to make someone feel sad or stressed by putting a lot of emotional or mental pressure on them
Example
Chronic illness can often weigh down on a person, impacting their overall quality of life.
Economic downturns have a way of weighing down on people 's hopes for a better future.
The disappointment of not meeting expectations seemed to weigh down the entire team.
02
to add weight to someone or something, making it more difficult for them to move
03
to apply pressure by placing a heavy object on something
Example
We can weigh down the tablecloth with some decorative stones.
Example
Chronic illness can often weigh down on a person, impacting their overall quality of life.
Economic downturns have a way of weighing down on people's hopes for a better future.
The disappointment of not meeting expectations seemed to weigh down the entire team.
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