variants or life-sized
: of natural size : of the size of the original
a life-size statue

Examples of life-size in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web One polling station in the Tyumen region in Siberia had a life-size cardboard cutout depicting right-wing American commentator Tucker Carlson, a recent star on Russia-state television because of his criticism of the United States is often in sync with the Kremlin. Robyn Dixon, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024 One such item — a life-size wooden figure trapped in a frozen scream — becomes crucial to Darcy’s quest to root out the truth about the murder. Selome Hailu, Variety, 7 Mar. 2024 The most popular campsite on their platform is Sun Outdoors Salt Lake City, which includes a pool, life-size board games, BBQ grills, and Surrey bikes for exploring the area. Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 4 Mar. 2024 Unlike the other life-size sets, the cruise liner that Bella and Duncan travel on after Lisbon is a miniature that stretches about six feet long. Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2024 Brick Fest Live Brick fans will enjoy hands-on building activities and attractions; marvel at life-size models crafted from tens of thousands of plastic construction bricks; and have the chance to meet TV stars from Lego Masters, as well as cosplayers. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 1 Mar. 2024 In celebration of his 30th birthday on Friday (March 1), Madame Tussauds has unveiled a brand-new life-size replica of the singer. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 1 Mar. 2024 Western toads and tree frogs thrive in the spring water that seeps from the base of an arched alcove fortified with concrete and then into a murky pond where carp cruise beneath a battered life-size rubber duck floating upside down. Louis Sahagún, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2024 Users can also view all life-size versions of their photos and videos, including panoramas that can expand and wrap around the user for an immersive experience. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1813, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of life-size was in 1813

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“Life-size.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-size. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

life-size

adjective
ˈlīf-ˈsīz
variants or life-sized
-ˈsīzd
: of natural size : having the same size as the original
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