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1
as in hulking
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
Several times a day, the incessant din of diesel engines pauses while the mats are delicately removed and placed in outsize tubs for washing.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
For Vector, the purpose of automation is not to promise outsized returns but to design systems that endure through both favorable and difficult markets.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Given these outsized numbers, many in the business say its time that stand-up specials and albums got more shine from the organizations that give out Grammy and Emmy awards.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
Senior economists such as Raja Khalidi have noted that the private sector has been unusually resilient during the war, and is now poised to wield outsized influence in the rebuild.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
For Vector, the purpose of automation is not to promise outsized returns but to design systems that endure through both favorable and difficult markets.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Given these outsized numbers, many in the business say its time that stand-up specials and albums got more shine from the organizations that give out Grammy and Emmy awards.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
Senior economists such as Raja Khalidi have noted that the private sector has been unusually resilient during the war, and is now poised to wield outsized influence in the rebuild.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
Adjective
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Dozens of start-ups are working on a new generation of smaller reactors meant to be cheaper than the hulking plants of old.—
Brad Plumer,
New York Times,
22 Oct. 2025
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Next up is Royd (Tanoai Reed), a hulking tech guy with a chill bro Samoan vibe.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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And, yes, the flesh-and-bone Panthers get to run through a properly inflated tunnel, accompanied by blasts of smoke and the marching band playing the fight song.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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For years, Bloom was hyped as a Silicon Valley unicorn, but in 2012 the SEC charged an investment bank working with Bloom of using inflated numbers to mislead investors.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Fifty-one years old, full head of hair, strikingly handsome, with three young kids (Tyler, Skyler, and Zoe) and wife (Donna, attorney).—
Iris Bahr,
New Yorker,
21 Oct. 2025
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Your fantasies are startling yet most opportune; your French landscape as much there as the handsome red cover itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
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Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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Midler joked to Colbert in an exaggerated pleading tone.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
16 Oct. 2025
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Charismatic and successful military leaders like Douglas MacArthur, who refused to follow President Harry Truman’s orders during the Korean War, will always hold considerable power due to the prestige and dominance that militaries bring.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 Oct. 2025
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In addition, New York City and Philadelphia also faced tornado watches and considerable rainfall, creating risks of flash flooding and travel delays.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Pristine Greenland is potentially home to one of the world’s largest oilfield reserves.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Wearers can view Android apps on a much larger virtual screen than a TV or computer monitor.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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McRae’s influence has also sparked interest in oversized jerseys, baggy jeans, leopard print and ballet sneakers.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Oct. 2025
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Baggy jeans, like this wide-leg pair from Amazon, were a popular choice, intentionally styled with button-down shirts, oversized sweaters, or a boxy top and a cropped jacket.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
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One of Lipa’s most significant attributes is the husky tone of her mezzo-soprano, lending a gritty roughness to her songs’ pop polish.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
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The star’s lower, huskier baritone voice has always made an impact in BTS’ music with the star citing the likes of Bing Crosby, Eric Benet and Ruben Studdard as inspirations.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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