be overweight

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

Used to state the condition of weighing more than is normal or healthy.

overweightVERB + ADJECTIVE

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Examples (10)

  • I am slightly overweight according to the BMI scale.
  • The doctor warned him that he is overweight for his height.
  • Many people are overweight due to a sedentary lifestyle.
  • She was overweight in high school but is very fit now.
  • It is not healthy to be overweight for long periods of time.
  • They were overweight before they started a regular exercise routine.
  • If you are overweight, you may face a higher risk of heart disease.
  • He has been overweight since he stopped playing professional sports.
  • You are not overweight at all; you just have a large frame.
  • Many children are overweight because they consume too much sugar.