1
as in sizable
of a size greater than average of its kind
he was hungry, so he ordered the large pizza
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2
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
a color that will be very large this spring if the fashion designers have their way
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as in high
in a luxurious manner
college students living large on generous allowances from indulgent parents
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Recent Examples of large
Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent research suggests exercise plays a larger role in cancer prevention than previously thought, potentially preventing 40% of cases.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 22 Aug. 2025
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
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Adjective
The three largest investors were Joe Agresti, David Ingram and Tony Giarratana himself.
—Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent research suggests exercise plays a larger role in cancer prevention than previously thought, potentially preventing 40% of cases.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 22 Aug. 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for large
Adjective
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As areas of Hart Park are reopening to the public following historic flooding earlier this month, an organization's sizable donation will help pay for what's estimated to be millions of dollars' worth of damage to the stadium, softball field and other facilities.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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This sizable increase was proposed partly because Congress essentially held spending flat the previous year, according to Daniel Schuman, the lead author of the report.—
Kevin R. Kosar,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The chic pants can be paired with a simple black sweater and sneakers for a fashionable, on-the-go look that will effortlessly transition from the airplane to sightseeing without having to make a pitstop to change.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Caddis reading glasses stand out for their bold, fashionable frames and high-quality lens technology.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Leoni wants to be on the front foot and aggressive, a key requirement for Liverpool’s back line when defending high up the pitch to prevent opposition counter-attacks.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The 21-year-old American is flying high off the court, however.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The makeup team had to elevate his cheekbones, reshape his eyebrows, add prosthetic elements including a substantial belly for later sequences, and craft the intricate facial hair that defines the aristocratic Rao Bahadur.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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Rarely do those relievers generate much attention, but the role is more pronounced for an Astros team full of starting pitchers in various states of recovery from substantial injuries.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Moonlight State Beach is another popular beach, according to Becker, and travelers can camp at San Elijo State Beach.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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Last week, Pop Mart CEO Wang Ning announced an even tinier version of the character, similar to the popular Sonny Angel figurines that hang off many-a-Gen Z’ers devices.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Stam had gambling issues, the court was told, and had become addicted to nitrous oxide, as well as running up considerable debts and finding his life in danger for owing money to the wrong people.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Be aware, though, that this option will involve a considerable expense, since you will be required to pay the entire premium (the employer will no longer pay what is usually a substantial share).—
Elisabeth Rosenthal,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The flavor profiles include vanilla bean, strawberry, and mango–all tasty on their own or added to your favorite smoothie.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Marlowe Granados, the heir apparent to Loos’ life-loving joie-de-vivre—and the author of Happy Hour, one of my favorite literary treats—will reframe this classic for contemporary readers.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 Aug. 2025
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To come out the gate for our first pop-up with his stamp of approval is like being picked up by a big team.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Ahlquist’s project is the last big development to come to the area east and west of Ten Mile Road north of I-84 that is guided by the city’s Ten Mile Interchange Specific Area Plan adopted in 2007.—
Marcus Dorsey,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Aug. 2025
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“Large.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/large. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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