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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
she likes to make dramatic appearances wearing her trademark outsize sunglasses
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as in inflated
extended beyond normal or realistic bounds
I'm tired of having to deal with so many outsize egos at the office
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Recent Examples of outsize
Amplifying Volatility Because the Bitcoin market is still smaller and sometimes less liquid than major traditional asset markets, liquidity constraints and trading volume fluctuations can cause sharp price swings, and even small buy/sell pressures can lead to outsized moves.
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William Jones, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
The governor and lawmakers need to give regulators the authority— and the backbone — to stand up to an insurance industry whose lobbyists with campaign contributions currently wield outsized power.
—Dave Lieber, Dallas Morning News, 30 Jan. 2026
These are just a few of the dozens of outsize personalities Catherine O’Hara, the comedy icon who died on Friday at 71, inhabited over the course of a career that spanned more than half a century.
—Judy Berman, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In many overseas markets, the label carries outsized pricing and positioning power.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
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William Jones, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
The governor and lawmakers need to give regulators the authority— and the backbone — to stand up to an insurance industry whose lobbyists with campaign contributions currently wield outsized power.
—Dave Lieber, Dallas Morning News, 30 Jan. 2026
These are just a few of the dozens of outsize personalities Catherine O’Hara, the comedy icon who died on Friday at 71, inhabited over the course of a career that spanned more than half a century.
—Judy Berman, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In many overseas markets, the label carries outsized pricing and positioning power.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
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Japan is considered one of Asia’s top snow sports destinations due to its powder snow, which attracts a large number of foreign tourists each winter.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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Unlike traditional high-bypass turbofan engines, open-fan designs feature exposed fan blades, allowing for larger diameters with lower aerodynamic drag.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Feb. 2026
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Oversized fits—from bomber jackets and cow-print fleece coordinates to wide-leg jeans—were balanced with boots with inflated toes and straps.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
29 Jan. 2026
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The ball itself was usually an inflated animal bladder, like a cow bladder, explains Louis Moore, a professor at Michigan State University, who teaches sports history.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
28 Jan. 2026
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That presently appears to be a sizable challenge; the Padres lost several key players in free agency, and their only notable acquisitions have been the return of starting pitcher Michael King and the addition of infielder Sung-Mun Song.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Nearly 350,000 Haitians are set to lose their TPS this week, and a sizeable share of them care for older Americans.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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The result is exaggerated price moves, especially in smaller precious metals markets, where relatively modest inflows can push prices sharply higher, making the rally feel detached from traditional supply-and-demand dynamics.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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Rowland maintained the sharp lines of the shoes and paired them with an oversize sculptural jacket with exaggerated lapels, with nothing underneath.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
28 Jan. 2026
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By the time it was released there had already been early reviews and considerable buzz.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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As of press time, prices are hovering around $4,400 per ounce, about double the price just two years ago, drawing the attention of criminal groups looking to abuse the land and the local people for considerable profit.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
1 Feb. 2026
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Yet these shady financing deals can leave survivors owing substantial fees and interest, sometimes consuming a significant portion of any eventual award.—
Jaime Huff,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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Throughout the show – which launched with a DJ set by longtime Carey friend and producer Jermaine Dupri – Carey’s admirers dug into her substantial catalog with gusto.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Amp up the oversized look with an equally voluminous jacket, or balance out proportions with a peplum jacket.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
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But that strange mix of nostalgia and ridicule Shlesinger’s script shows for certain Texas customs (big hair, oversize pickup trucks and bladder-challenging beverage containers)?—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Bulletin board member Steve Fetter stated that the rise of ‘unregulated AI tools’ poses a big threat to human survival in the present times.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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More than 8,000 volunteers are with the program so far, but leaders have a goal of growing Phambassadors to at least 10,000 people before the year's biggest events.—
Nikki DeMentri,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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