What does the phrasal verb “weigh in on” mean?

What are the definitions of “weigh in on”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Enter an argument or discussion to express a strongly felt idea.

  She WEIGHED IN ON their immigration policies.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “weigh in on”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb weigh in on is to enter an argument or discussion to express a strongly felt idea or opinion. It is often used when someone wants to share their thoughts or feelings about a particular topic.

What are the different verb forms of “weigh in on”?

Root Verb	weigh in on
Third Person Singular Present	weighs in on
Present Participle	weighing in on
Simple Past	weighed in on
Past Participle	weighed in on

Example

He always weighs in on political debates.

Example

She weighs in on the discussion about climate change.

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They are weighing in on the new company policy.

Example

Yesterday, he weighed in on the controversial issue.

Example

She had weighed in on the topic before the meeting ended.

What kind of phrasal verb is “weigh in on”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“weigh in on” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

The expert weighed in on the debate.

Example

She weighed in on the conversation.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“weigh in on” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

The expert weighed in on the debate.

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She weighed in on the conversation.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “weigh in on”?

Weigh in on a debate

To participate in a debate or discussion by sharing one's opinion or perspective.

Example

The professor weighed in on the debate about artificial intelligence.

Weigh in on a decision

To share one's thoughts or opinions about a decision that needs to be made.

Example

The team members weighed in on the decision to hire a new employee.

Weigh in on a controversy

To express one's opinion about a controversial issue or topic.

Example

The politician weighed in on the controversy surrounding the new law.

Good things to know

Does “weigh in on” have an informal or formal tone?

Weigh in on is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday conversations, as well as in more formal settings such as debates, meetings, or discussions.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “weigh in on”?

Synonyms

• comment on
• give an opinion
• express a view
• share thoughts
• speak up
• join the discussion
• participate in the conversation

Antonyms

• stay silent
• keep quiet
• hold back
• refrain from commenting
• avoid the discussion
• stay out of the conversation