1
as in bulk
the largest part or quantity of something
a vast majority of the town's residents support the proposed tax reduction
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2
as in adulthood
the state of being fully grown or developed
she will inherit a fortune upon her majority
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as in general
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
the majority opinion among the tour group members was that they should cancel the rest of the trip
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Recent Examples of majority
Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2025
Where are teams spending the majority of their time?
—Mike Britton, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
These provinces are home to the majority of Canadians, and could give a good indication as to how different demographics and ridings nationwide have voted.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Cast at center the majority of his career, the 3-pointer largely was novelty, as can be the case with many centers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2025
Where are teams spending the majority of their time?
—Mike Britton, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
These provinces are home to the majority of Canadians, and could give a good indication as to how different demographics and ridings nationwide have voted.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for majority
Noun
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Medals are made from recycled zinc alloy, and ordered in bulk to reduce travel emissions, leftover medals and ribbons are recycled within the U.K. Smart logistics is at the heart of new baggage-free assembly area.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Spigen Life Passport Wallet $35 $30 at Amazon The low-profile Spigen Life passport wallet adds minimal bulk to your pocket while boasting RFID-blocking capabilities and organizational elements.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Indeed, a 2019 study by the Happiness Research Institute found that 73 percent of people who are happy with their homes also are happier in general.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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In general, however, Ukraine's natural resources are considered to have signifiant commercial potential.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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If President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office were graded like an exam, a plurality of Americans would flunk him, according to new polling.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
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No other candidates crack double-digits and a plurality of 39% are undecided, the poll shows.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The espionage thriller has now reached $5.1 million overall.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2025
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Understanding how an employee’s work corresponds with the organization’s goals speaks to the overall issue of alignment.—
Caitlin MacGregor,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The move triggered a 21-day public comment period as part of the investigation led by the Commerce Department.—
Maggie Fick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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ServiceNow’s Performance And Prospects Due to strong public and private sector demand, ServiceNow surpassed expectations for first-quarter earnings and revenue and raised its second quarter outlook, reported the Journal.—
Peter Cohan,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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While Way Day started as an annual spring event, the sale has become so popular that Wayfair added a second promotion in the fall with equally impressive markdowns.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
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Tree-planting became even more popular among schools in 1882, and children were sent home with trees to plant in their own yards, reported History.com.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Pow! Romero went on to beat Garcia by unanimous decision Friday night, a surprising finish to a night of boxing like none other.—
Brian Mahoney,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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His administration is targeting a long-standing Supreme Court precedent known as Humphrey’s Executor, a 1935 opinion that saw a unanimous high court rule that presidents lack authority to remove heads of independent agencies unilaterally.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
3 May 2025
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So the predominant number of that 3,500 is from the Civil War.—
Stephen Humphries,
Christian Science Monitor,
30 Apr. 2025
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Schiava was for a long while the predominant grape of AA, yet it was not held in high regard.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Majority.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/majority. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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