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as in significant
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
with several blockbuster hits under her belt, the actress now commands some major cash for appearing in a movie
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
a major change in how science is taught in our high schools
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The video blew up on Chinese social media, becoming a top trending topic and reaching more than 90 million views on Douyin and Weibo, two major platforms – with the video quickly spawning countless memes and group-chat discussions.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
When major infrastructure projects are financed in ways that push most of the risk onto customers instead of shareholders, that’s not fair.
—Andre Johnson Jr, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
Milwaukee scored three more in the seventh — via a home run by Jake Bauers — against Jedixson Paez, who pitched 1 1/3 innings in his major-league debut.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The turnaround Miami’s defense had in 2025 during Hetherman’s first season leading the unit is a major reason the Hurricanes reached the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
When major infrastructure projects are financed in ways that push most of the risk onto customers instead of shareholders, that’s not fair.
—Andre Johnson Jr, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
Milwaukee scored three more in the seventh — via a home run by Jake Bauers — against Jedixson Paez, who pitched 1 1/3 innings in his major-league debut.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The turnaround Miami’s defense had in 2025 during Hetherman’s first season leading the unit is a major reason the Hurricanes reached the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for major
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Robots learn faster The GAE model marks a significant step forward in motion intelligence for humanoid and service robots, enabling machines to learn physical tasks more naturally and efficiently.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2026
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For many in South Florida, the possibility of compensation remains uncertain — with major questions lingering over eligibility, funding, and whether any agreement would require significant political concessions.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Shah’s Western orientation extended to culture, and a wide range of artistically important international films could be seen in Tehran, in time including those of the French New Wave.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Past wars have not been dictated by the operating hours of the NYSE, but in this presidential worldview, there is no more important constraint.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Another study on homebuyers in Shanghai found that even those with considerable personal savings relied heavily on parental support to fund their purchases.—
Matthew Chin,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2026
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The bathroom countertop required a considerable amount of thought and planning.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
21 Mar. 2026
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The historic building was built in 1904.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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But Friday’s matchup brought back memories from last season’s first-round playoff series between the two teams that ended in historic humilation for the Heat.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Vitello’s first team went 29-27, but the Vols took a sizable leap in 2019 by going 40-21.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Parking sensors and intuitive driver-assist technology help maneuver the sizable SUV through tight shopping-center lots, while the elevated seating position offers excellent visibility in urban traffic.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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That's one of the biggest concerns for individuals who live in this area.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The rooms The rooms can best be described as minimalist but memorable, with a big emphasis on mood lighting, earth-toned velvet furniture, and photo-worthy vanity areas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Taxpayers generally foot a substantial portion of the bill, and owners reap the revenue from ticket sales, concessions, and stadium naming rights.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2026
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Gontang notes that walking on an incline can make a substantial difference because walking uphill requires more muscle activation and greater energy expenditure than walking on a flat surface.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Major.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/major. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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