outweigh
verb (used with object)
to exceed in value, importance, influence, etc..
outweighing
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present participleof outweigh.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Its chip-making division posted a record operating profit and accounted for more than 90% of the company’s total earnings for the quarter, outweighing the sluggish performance in other segments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 6, 2026
That accounted for more than 90% of the company’s total earnings for the quarter, outweighing the sluggish performance in other segments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
On balance, Europe sees the risks of getting directly involved as outweighing the benefits.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
Palo Alto Networks came up well short on its profit guidance for the current quarter, outweighing stronger-than-expected performance in the most recent quarter.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 17, 2026
So much for the good outweighing the bad.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
