midsize

adjective

mid·​size ˈmid-ˌsīz How to pronounce midsize (audio)
variants or less commonly midsized
: 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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Located on Norway’s southern tip, this midsize city is known for sunshine, swimming spots, and a relaxed summer atmosphere that feels more Mediterranean than Nordic, at least when the weather cooperates. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025 Toyota's midsize three-row hybrid SUV won't break the bank Another issue that many American car buyers have with larger SUV models is pricing. Inflation and rising new car prices exacerbate this issue for many brands that produce three-row SUVs. Charles Singh, USA Today, 31 July 2025 Its best-selling 737 first debuted in 1967, and the company was looking at a midsize jetliner before the two crashes sent its attention elsewhere. Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 27 July 2025 Nissan assembles the midsize luxury SUV the Infiniti QX60 at the Smyrna plant as well. Charles Singh, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 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 19 Aug. 2025.

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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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