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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
Margins on low-cost airlines are always tight, and fuel is an outsized cost which means they’re already being squeezed hard by the energy shock.
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Hugh Leask, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Even lighting carries outsized impact at this scale.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
Fresh off its production of an NCAA men’s basketball championship game that posted a seven-year ratings high, TNT Sports is gearing up for another run of outsized springtime sports deliveries with its coverage of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026
History says beware The idea that private equity could generate outsize returns started with the huge Yale University endowment fund in the 1980s, pioneered by then-manager David Swensen.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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Hugh Leask, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Even lighting carries outsized impact at this scale.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
Fresh off its production of an NCAA men’s basketball championship game that posted a seven-year ratings high, TNT Sports is gearing up for another run of outsized springtime sports deliveries with its coverage of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026
History says beware The idea that private equity could generate outsize returns started with the huge Yale University endowment fund in the 1980s, pioneered by then-manager David Swensen.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
Adjective
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Maine lawmakers this week approved a moratorium on data centers larger than 20 megawatts — the first statewide ban of its kind in the country.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 2026
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Consultancy Greysparks highlighted that more than 81% of private credit assets under management sit at firms that also run private equity funds, underscoring how concentrated the market is among large private capital managers.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Even when companies genuinely believe in the long-term potential of their strategies, vague or inflated narratives can create legal exposure.—
Perrie M. Weiner,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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In addition to scapegoating Josh, Park is also implying that Lindsay inflated procedure prices and sold customers on unnecessary treatments at Trochos.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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While winemakers are leaning into narratives and experiences to attract this sizeable demographic, real estate developers are using wine to court high-income members of the generation.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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Jeff Bezos' space company just notched a big reusability milestone — but also suffered a sizable setback.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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After a backlash, Kennedy has also pivoted to spending more time talking about less controversial topics like healthy eating — albeit with his own spin, including sharing exaggerated claims that various ailments can be cured by diet alone.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The photo carousel went on to feature Hathaway’s final look, an off-the-shoulder neutral top with exaggerated sleeves, paired with black leather pants by Vaquera, per Vogue.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Nevertheless, your powers of insight and persuasion in conversations with others will be considerable.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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Young is a multi-hyphenate artist who commands considerable celebrity.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The bookstore, a two-story antique barn located at the end of Main Street (literally, right where the sidewalk ends), has a separate children’s annex with educational books and games, plus a substantial young adults section on the second floor.—
Kat Chen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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Even the sleeker Samsonite Proxis feels substantial without dragging you over the limit.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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Under the proposal, travelers would be allowed a small personal item along with a carry-on bag within specific size and weight limits, while airlines could still charge for additional or oversized luggage.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Accommodations feature a living room and separate king bedroom, a private plunge pool, a hammock, fire pit, outdoor shower, and oversized bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and skylit showers.—
Carole Dixon,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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With the Moon meeting Jupiter in your 9th House, big ideas around travel, learning, or growth feel expansive and worth pursuing.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Two of the Cubs’ biggest power threats in the middle of the lineup came into Tuesday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies searching for something to build upon.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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