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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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Recent Examples of major
Losing control of the division was a major reason Green Bay’s last two coaches — Mike Sherman and Mike McCarthy — eventually lost their jobs.
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Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
For the third time in a row at a Grand Slam, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will contest the final, marking the first time in tennis’ Open Era that two players have played three consecutive major finals against each other in the same year.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz and Sinner have combined for the last seven major championships and nine of the last 12.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
As of Friday, Hurricane Kiko remains a major hurricane located approximately 1,200 miles east-southeast of Hawaii and is forecast to approach the islands as a tropical storm early next week, officials said.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 6 Sep. 2025
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Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
For the third time in a row at a Grand Slam, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will contest the final, marking the first time in tennis’ Open Era that two players have played three consecutive major finals against each other in the same year.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Alcaraz and Sinner have combined for the last seven major championships and nine of the last 12.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
As of Friday, Hurricane Kiko remains a major hurricane located approximately 1,200 miles east-southeast of Hawaii and is forecast to approach the islands as a tropical storm early next week, officials said.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for major
Adjective
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The aircraft represents a significant investment of about $200 million for a single plane.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, there's a significant difference between containing and controlling a wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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And that became a very important part of the character.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The prize money at the US Open has seen considerable growth over the years.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Nonetheless, London City Lionesses emerged with considerable credit from their first game at this level.—
Asif Burhan,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Once a 19th-century military outpost, Fort Robinson now combines historic sites with miles of hiking and horseback trails.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The historic new daytime drama Beyond the Gates has officially set its second crossover with one of its CBS sister series, and its first from The Bold and the Beautiful.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Sep. 2025
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After new state data showed substantial academic gains, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education members defended a six-figure consulting contract Tuesday that raised questions earlier this year about family connections to the district.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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America hasn't seen substantial gains in pay equity or general support for women workers for the last several administrations, Robbins said.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The bowl is big, almost as wide across as a soccer ball.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Sep. 2025
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There were big donations for conservation efforts, including donations to help protect the Vjosa River in Albania.—
David Gelles,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Owners and teams contractually assent to the league and commissioner having final, binding and conclusive authority, meaning courts would give the league sizable deference.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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This article discusses how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act changed charitable contribution tax deductions and why 2025 might be the right year for wealthy alums to make a sizable charitable contribution.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Major.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/major. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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