Hang/lie heavy

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To be a serious or difficult problem or worry.

The guilt lay heavy on his conscience.
Visual representation of "hang/lie heavy" - To be a serious or difficult problem or worry

Often appears as...

  • guilt hang/lie heavy
  • truth hang/lie heavy

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Conscience Stricken

Used to emphasize moral weight or guilt someone feels.

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After stealing, the guilt lay heavy on his mind, even in sleep.
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Metaphorical Weight

Describes problems as if they're a heavy physical burden.

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With the scandal unveiled, shame hung heavy on him.
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Persistent Issues

Used for problems that continually cause worry over time.

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The unresolved mystery of the missing heirloom lay heavy in the family.
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