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1
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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2
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
But outside groups still played an outsized role.
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Elena Moore, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Korea's big run Woods also said the Korean market was more susceptible to a major correction following its outsized rally.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
Fischbach had the benefit of an unusually active fandom—one that had been getting steady updates on this particular project for years—and of working within a genre optimized for such an outsized hit.
—Alex Barasch, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
More funds are likely to see outsized redemptions in coming weeks, sparking contagion fears.
—Edward Harrison, Bloomberg, 4 Mar. 2026
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Elena Moore, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Korea's big run Woods also said the Korean market was more susceptible to a major correction following its outsized rally.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
Fischbach had the benefit of an unusually active fandom—one that had been getting steady updates on this particular project for years—and of working within a genre optimized for such an outsized hit.
—Alex Barasch, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
More funds are likely to see outsized redemptions in coming weeks, sparking contagion fears.
—Edward Harrison, Bloomberg, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
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Employers pared back hiring last year to cope with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ payroll tax rises and large increases in the minimum wage.—
Irina Anghel,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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The new report adds to a growing body of work that indicates climate change is having a quicker and larger impact on the planet than scientists have understood.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Under-inflated tires actually force your vehicle to burn more fuel.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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An analysis by a group of leading architects showed that only $329 million of that report’s $1 billion assessment for the city to remain in City Hall would be devoted to repairs, and even that estimate was, according to the architects, vastly inflated.—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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The attendance figure broke a club record for the Paradise, and part of that came from a sizable AC Boise section of fans who chanted and cheered throughout the game.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
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These fees are to be used to pay a sizable chunk of the entry fee into the MAC, with the university then being able to keep them thereafter.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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Intel’s gaming-performance doldrums are often exaggerated, though, so some context is in order.—
Michael Justin Allen Sexton,
PC Magazine,
11 Mar. 2026
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The subtle piping along the border gives it a refined look, and Baker appreciates that the fluffiness feels full without being too exaggerated, which is great for those who prefer a more minimal bedspread.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center Avalanche danger in some parts of the high country is considerable, particularly on north- and east-facing slopes and on large open slopes just below ridgelines.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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There’s been considerable debate over just how much institutional ownership there is in the housing market and what impact that has.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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Aiden Robbins took the most substantial swing of the night in that inning, driving a two-run, back-side home run to right field.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Mar. 2026
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Young described the difference as substantial, enough rain to make the small blades of grass stand up enough for putts to hold their line.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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This is Ackman’s second attempt at listing Pershing Square, after withdrawing an oversized plan in 2024 that found little market appetite.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Instead of throwing on your beloved hoodie, consider elevating the outfit with an oversized coat or blazer.—
Antonio Fuentes,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2026
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There are always big, burning science questions that often serve as the motivation for any new facility or observatory.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Mike Singletary leads Texas Tech to the biggest rally in Big 12 tournament history, scoring all 29 of Texas Tech’s points during a second-half surge that pushed the Red Raiders to a 88-83 win against the Aggies.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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