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Difference between Outweigh something and Weigh something out

admin Confusing Phrases

outweigh something—exceed smth. in value, importance, etc.:

  • If your debt load outweighs your income, you may qualify for debt restructuring.

weigh something out—

1. weigh a measured quantity of smth.:

  1. Weighing out flour and sugar in advance … she set about vigorously beating up the eggs.

2. ponder over smth. carefully:

  • I weigh out many factors when trying to decide what to treat when.