1
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
Chen’s Prince Group employs thousands of people and bills itself as one of the biggest conglomerates in Cambodia, with investments in luxury real estate, banking services, hotels, major construction developments, grocery stores and even luxury watches.
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Helen Regan, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Affected areas include major travel routes such as Highway 93 near Lost Trail Pass, Lolo Pass, MacDonald Pass and I-90 from Lookout Pass to Haugan, as well as regions near Glacier National Park, Butte and Seeley Lake.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season would feature 6-10 hurricanes, of which 3-5 would be major hurricanes.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The Arizona Department of Public Safety's major incident team investigated the shooting and will send their findings to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for review.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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Helen Regan, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Affected areas include major travel routes such as Highway 93 near Lost Trail Pass, Lolo Pass, MacDonald Pass and I-90 from Lookout Pass to Haugan, as well as regions near Glacier National Park, Butte and Seeley Lake.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season would feature 6-10 hurricanes, of which 3-5 would be major hurricanes.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The Arizona Department of Public Safety's major incident team investigated the shooting and will send their findings to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for review.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for major
Adjective
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This wholly bespoke drivetrain required some significant changes to the vehicle beyond just cutting a hole in the chassis.—
Tim Stevens,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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With his unique falsetto, emotional delivery and irresistible backstory — retreating to a cabin in the woods following a pair of personal and professional breakups to record in solitude — Bon Iver earned significant industry respect and a devoted cult following.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Oceans 11 star said that being in such close proximity to major stars taught him an important lesson early in his career.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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For Arsenal, consistency of performances and results is so important to Arteta, with the 43-year-old often highlighting its significance in building them back to being one of Europe’s elite sides.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Jays still face a considerable challenge in this Series.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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After considerable time, referee Cal McNeill announced that the ruling on the field — even though there had not been any indication of one — was that the ball indeed hit a Nevada player and was recovered by the Broncos.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Oct. 2025
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Nichols previously found a historic penny there — notably, it was clipped to half its value.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, the trucks used to collect yard waste, which are the same ones used for leaf collection and large debris removal like the services needed during the historic flood in August, need to be replaced within the next few years.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Appointments follow months of policy controversy The appointments mark the next step taken by Sumner County conservatives to pass the controversial policy, which has seen substantial pushback for First Amendment concerns.—
Angele Latham,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Oct. 2025
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But Mamdani’s substantial campaign promises would require significant outside help to ultimately come to fruition, including cooperation from state legislators and Governor Kathy Hochul, who has vowed not to hike taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Bad Bunny represents none of these values; his drag performances and style are the opposite of what families expect on football's biggest stage.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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Josephine was a big fan of the final look after trying on the costume.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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The decision will have sizable implications for India’s energy sector, with Russia making up about 34 percent of crude oil imports.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
22 Oct. 2025
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Air Leaks at the Bottom of a Door For a sizeable gap and a heavy draft, try a door sweep.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Major.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/major. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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