Heavyweights Meaning in English
word · lemma: heavyweight
释义
People or things with a lot of power or influence in an area, or top athletes in the 'heavyweight' category (usually boxing or wrestling).
用法与细微差别
'Heavyweights' can be used both literally for sports and metaphorically for powerful people or organizations. Common in business, politics, and sports. Often plural and informal outside sports. Not used for physical objects.
例句
When it comes to fundraising, these are the heavyweights you want on your team.
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The two heavyweights will fight for the championship.
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These companies are the heavyweights of the tech industry.
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He met several political heavyweights at the event.
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All the heavyweights showed up at the conference, so you know it was important.
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The market is getting crowded, but the real heavyweights haven't entered yet.
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