midsize

adjective

mid·​size ˈmid-ˌsīz How to pronounce midsize (audio)
variants or less commonly midsized
Synonyms of midsizenext
: of intermediate size
a midsize car

Examples of midsize in a Sentence

the midsize company was finding it increasingly difficult to compete with the corporate giants
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The Russell 2000 index, which tracks small and midsize firms dropped 1%. Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 20 Mar. 2026 Models like the midsize RX SUV have become best-selling vehicles in their respective segments. Charles Singh, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026 In March 2024, Rivian revealed that the midsize R2 would be made alongside its inaugural lines in Illinois, putting plans to build a $5 billion Georgia plant on hold. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026 Robotaxi, autonomy plans Lucid on March 12, 2026, previewed plans for a new two-seat robotaxi that the company is developing off its upcoming midsize electric vehicle platform. Michael Wayland, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for midsize

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First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midsize was in 1967

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“Midsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midsize. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

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midsize

adjective
mid·​size ˈmid-ˌsīz How to pronounce midsize (audio)
: of intermediate size
a midsize car
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