lose (some) weight

idiom

: to become less heavy or fat

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It’s thought to be more effective than semaglutide in helping people lose weight, according to recent research published in JAMA Internal Medicine. Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 Jan. 2025 Sisters star’s older sibling Amanda Halterman, 44, posted throwback photos on Instagram, reflecting on their Facetime calls while Slaton, 38, was in rehab trying to lose weight. Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025 Scaling back on alcohol can dramatically cut the risk of developing or worsening chronic diseases linked to drinking, Dr. Stockwell said, since drinking less can lower blood pressure and blood sugar and, in some cases, help people lose weight. Dani Blum, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 While effective in helping people lose weight, the use of Ozempic for weight loss has led to shortages of the medication for diabetes patients, and prompted concerns over misuse—with some users even being hospitalized after overdoses. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for lose (some) weight 

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