as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
the lead actress deservedly got the lion's share of credit for the show's success the lion's share of ballots went the incumbent's way
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Recent Examples of lion's share
Some European Union member states, particularly Belgium, where the lion's share of the frozen assets is held, have expressed concern about their seizure because of the substantial legal and financial risks of such a move.
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Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
The Puerto Rican singer went into the Latin Grammys with the lion's share of the 2025 nominations and, unsurprisingly, came out on top.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025
While middle-income households may see some modest relief, the lion's share of the benefits will flow to those with substantial earnings, investment income, or large estates.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
While food banks and other federal nutrition assistance will keep running, none are capable of replacing SNAP, which provides the lion's share of food assistance across the country.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Oct. 2025
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Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
The Puerto Rican singer went into the Latin Grammys with the lion's share of the 2025 nominations and, unsurprisingly, came out on top.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025
While middle-income households may see some modest relief, the lion's share of the benefits will flow to those with substantial earnings, investment income, or large estates.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
While food banks and other federal nutrition assistance will keep running, none are capable of replacing SNAP, which provides the lion's share of food assistance across the country.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lion's share
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The labyrinth of pathways connects guests to both the various outdoor spaces and grand buildings that house the 156 rooms and villas, including the main building where the majority of the hotel’s dining and drinking options are located.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The goal was for the GOP to hold onto a narrow House majority in the face of political headwinds that typically favor the party out of power in midterms.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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Carrots, onion, celery, and tomatoes bulk it up while dried thyme, marjoram, parsley, and garlic add plenty of flavor.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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For churches and community organizations that buy in bulk for weekly fish fries, the impact can be especially pronounced.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Lion's share.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lion%27s%20share. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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