WEIGH (ANCHOR) Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

weigh (anchor)

verb

Definition of weigh (anchor)

as in to embark

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Those are just two of the many fun facts the sardonic rock star shared in his chat with Dimoldenberg, which also spanned Oasis’ massive stadium tour in 2025 and the band’s plans to embark on another trek next year.

— Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026
During an eight-night rental in Vancouver, Ewen had to embark on a mini-odyssey to recycle his garbage.

— Victoria Craw, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026

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