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to a large extent or degree
I am massively irritated by this new development
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Recent Examples of massively
Now that Musk has massively tarnished the brand with his public embrace of far-right ideologies, putting a major dent in its cars’ desirability, and competition in the space is stronger than ever, particularly from China, the richest man in the world is ready to move on to his next shiny obsession.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
The recently released fourth outing of Netflix’s massively popular Regency romance — adapted from Julia Quinn’s best-selling book series — is a twist on the Grimm brothers’ fable.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
Recorded with producer Trevor Spencer, who has worked with Beach House, Death in the Business of Whaling is Duckart’s first release made with a full band, though that adjustment doesn’t massively change what works about his music.
—Hannah Jocelyn, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The latest iteration of crossover content, short-form content, is massively successful on YouTube, with Bisson stating that this form of content is being consumed on mobile as well as the big screen.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
And this outpost, in particular—with its massively high ceilings, slinky lounge, and sky-high pool—is a luxury worth experiencing.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Along with being a massively emotional moment in the movie, Beth's death is also a pivotal part of the Louisa May Alcott novel being adapted.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Jan. 2026
Both killings occurred in daylight in front of witnesses and were caught on video from multiple angles, massively ratcheting up the already-intense scrutiny over immigration agents’ tactics and training.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Given the massively popular nature of the Ricky Renuncia movement, Bad Bunny’s visibility during the 2019 protests increased his popularity among Puerto Ricans on and off the island.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
The recently released fourth outing of Netflix’s massively popular Regency romance — adapted from Julia Quinn’s best-selling book series — is a twist on the Grimm brothers’ fable.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
Recorded with producer Trevor Spencer, who has worked with Beach House, Death in the Business of Whaling is Duckart’s first release made with a full band, though that adjustment doesn’t massively change what works about his music.
—Hannah Jocelyn, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The latest iteration of crossover content, short-form content, is massively successful on YouTube, with Bisson stating that this form of content is being consumed on mobile as well as the big screen.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
And this outpost, in particular—with its massively high ceilings, slinky lounge, and sky-high pool—is a luxury worth experiencing.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Along with being a massively emotional moment in the movie, Beth's death is also a pivotal part of the Louisa May Alcott novel being adapted.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Jan. 2026
Both killings occurred in daylight in front of witnesses and were caught on video from multiple angles, massively ratcheting up the already-intense scrutiny over immigration agents’ tactics and training.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Given the massively popular nature of the Ricky Renuncia movement, Bad Bunny’s visibility during the 2019 protests increased his popularity among Puerto Ricans on and off the island.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for massively
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With many investors seeing Warsh as a highly credible pick, markets had little reaction to Friday’s news.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Nacua and Hallie Aiono were in a long-term relationship before a highly public breakup.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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But the Tahoe mountains vary greatly in precipitation and the winner is Kirkwood, the snowiest ski resort in California, with a staggering average of 456 inches.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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In defense of the project, the developers say low-income housing is greatly needed in Placer County, and the population boom would support growth for local businesses.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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That was considerably better than neighboring states.—
Anne Li,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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The central bank cut rates three times in four months at the end of 2025, causing rates to decline considerably both for buyers and owners looking to refinance.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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While leopard print has long been everywhere, and cow and deer print are experiencing somewhat of a revival, tiger stripes feel much more maligned.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
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And what hurts us much more is not writing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The medical establishment did and does dismiss these claims as utterly unfounded, unproven, and dangerous.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Jan. 2026
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Just up the stairs is the utterly elegant Maison Leleu, which was founded in 1910 by Jules Leleu, who won the prestigious Grand Prize at the 1925 International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
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Coming from both the Sun and also omnidirectionally from elsewhere across the Universe, these cosmic rays all behaved the same way normal particles do on Earth, except were at significantly greater energies.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Jan. 2026
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While confidence is high that this storm will occur, small shifts in its track could significantly change impacts, particularly in New England, so stay tuned to the latest local forecasts.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Massively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/massively. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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