put on weight

1. see put on, def. 5.

Example Sentences

Crawford looks ripped and defined, not having put on weight at the expense of his athleticism, but whether he can carry the same speed, timing, and precision into the ring remains the question.

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Since I met them in early May, Rama has put on weight and Ghena, who was deeply traumatised and withdrawn, is noticeably more playful.

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I would sometimes put on weight, then I'd lose weight and vice-versa.

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He started counting every “macro” — or macronutrient of proteins, carbohydrates and fats — that went into his body, adding thousands of calories of canola oil to his smoothies so he could put on weight.

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"I put on weight due to my relationship and things going wrong," she said.

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Related Words

• augment 
• broaden 
• build up 
• swell