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large

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adverb

largeness

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noun

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of large
Adjective
Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025 Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025
Adverb
Additionally, employers lose about $1.47 million daily in productivity and revenue while society writ large loses another $1.34 billion each day in quality-of-life costs experienced by gun violence victims and their families. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024 But the media industry writ large considers the cable marketplace to be in decline. Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 20 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for large
Recent Examples of Synonyms for large
Adjective
  • Tommy John surgery typically carries a recovery timeline of at least 12 months, which would put Schmidt on track to miss a sizable portion of next season, too.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 July 2025
  • Obviously, works like Appleseed and Ghost in the Shell have a sizable presence, but the exhibition itself is more considered than that.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
Adjective
  • The couple was spotted attending the Dior Homme Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 show on June 27 and wore a pair of fashionable ensembles for the event.
    Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 27 June 2025
  • In the downstairs Photo Elysée space, American photographer Tyler Mitchell’s show Wish This Was Real depicts African American subjects of all ages in all manner of settings, in images that are at times fashionable, at times quotidian, and often enigmatic—but always richly beautiful in composition.
    John Oseid, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Adverb
  • Using a soft bristled brush, work high to low again.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
  • On a rocky ridge high above a rustic valley, east of the resort town of Kaş, are the ruins of Kyaenai.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Adjective
  • This, coupled with liquidity issues, can lead to cash flow crises, forcing sales at substantial discounts.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • The spending will be paid for, in part, through substantial cuts to social safety net programs.
    Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Last month, Netflix’s popular sports documentary series Untold released Untold: The Liver King, exploring the creation of Johnson’s digital empire.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2025
  • Known as a popular stop on the film festival circuit for many stars, Karlovy Vary had previously already unveiled a visit from Michael Douglas this year.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Unfortunately, a drunken Ben makes a heinous error in judgment that abruptly extinguishes the generosity of their hosts.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 27 June 2025
  • Other thinkers have reflected on the generosity of the shrub and its fruit.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • Valuation Discrepancy: With minimal revenue growth and considerable losses, BBAI’s current valuation appears disconnected from its operational realities.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Something that may have incurred considerable expense.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
    Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 1 July 2025
  • On Why Saunas And Cold Plunges Are Pivotal For Recovery Routine As Washington decompresses during the offseason, one of his favorite spots to hit up is WorldSprings Dallas.
    DJ Siddiqi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025

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“Large.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/large. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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