1
as in loads
a considerable amount
that new sports car must have cost a real chunk of change
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2
as in hunks
a small uneven mass
a little chunk of dirt
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Recent Examples of chunks
The maintenance of this expertise took dedicated chunks of time that had to be spread over lengthy and secure careers.
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Time, 1 Oct. 2025
This shock vaporized chunks of the industrial bases of nations around the world, including the United States.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 30 Sep. 2025
Transfer roast to a platter; shred into large chunks.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Though the kitchen switches up the presentation seasonally, on my visit, these tender little pillows floated in a delicate tomatoey broth alongside chunks of local Louisiana crab.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Sep. 2025
In an extra-large bowl toss apple chunks, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
Literally one false step can send you sliding down a hill or tumbling down a cliff face in a way that sets you back anywhere from mere minutes to sizable chunks of an hour.
—ArsTechnica, 23 Sep. 2025
Russia’s jets do still strike Ukrainian targets, albeit from a great distance, and Russian ground forces continue to seize small chunks of territory.
—Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
The federal government is buying chunks of private companies and demanding cuts of revenue streams.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Time, 1 Oct. 2025
This shock vaporized chunks of the industrial bases of nations around the world, including the United States.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 30 Sep. 2025
Transfer roast to a platter; shred into large chunks.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Though the kitchen switches up the presentation seasonally, on my visit, these tender little pillows floated in a delicate tomatoey broth alongside chunks of local Louisiana crab.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Sep. 2025
In an extra-large bowl toss apple chunks, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
Literally one false step can send you sliding down a hill or tumbling down a cliff face in a way that sets you back anywhere from mere minutes to sizable chunks of an hour.
—ArsTechnica, 23 Sep. 2025
Russia’s jets do still strike Ukrainian targets, albeit from a great distance, and Russian ground forces continue to seize small chunks of territory.
—Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
The federal government is buying chunks of private companies and demanding cuts of revenue streams.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chunks
Noun
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This dual-purpose design requires exceptional stiffness, vibration control, and precision engineering, allowing heavy highway loads and high-speed rail traffic to share the same structure safely.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Same question, loads of responses.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As usual, the college football slate delivers tons of options, with none bigger than the Vanderbilt-Alabama and Miami-Florida State games.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Furthermore, a significant portion of plastic waste is incinerated, resulting in the emission of 850 million tons of greenhouse gases.—
Miguel A. Torres,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Place the tubers upside down, allowing plenty of space between the clumps.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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Mowing wet grass is messy, sticking to your mower and leaving behind clumps on your lawn that can harbor viruses and look bad.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Last year, Kardashians decorations took a spookier turn, with the reality star’s house being decorated with creepy floating ghosts, witches brooms and piles of pumpkins in shades of traditional orange — plus green, white and hues of brown — and covered in sprawling vines.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Hallways were lined with debris and plastic bags while clothing, wall decor and lamps became piles of litter inside apartment units.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Everyone gathered around to help flip the meat, stuffing wads of lettuce wraps into their cheeks and washing it down with soju.—
Irene Yoo
September 26,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
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But a safe containing fat wads of cash and a large cocaine stash presents an opportunity.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As mentioned before, Angel’s Envy 10 Cask Strength will be available starting October 10 (SRP $250) in limited quantities at select retailers and the Angel’s Envy Distillery in Louisville.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ferrara said the growth of the domestic apparel manufacturing industry can only happen if brands and retailers are willing to buy American—even in very small quantities.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Overwashing, particularly with down and cotton, can weaken the fibers and compress the batting, says Holmes, which can cause lumps and bumps in your once cozy comforter.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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And wait a minute, these are real lumps.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Inqmy 2-Piece Faux Hanging Flowers This faux floral set includes two bundles of artificial flowers that are bright, voluminous, and full.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Sep. 2025
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Exactly what Murray or his assistants would have produced (although our bundles would then go off to be keyed into a database, rather than being typeset by compositors).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Chunks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chunks. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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