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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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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
Turnout for primary elections is often low, but observers say primaries have an outsize effect in deep-red Idaho.
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Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026
Growth stocks, like those of Big Tech companies, can deliver outsized returns during periods of strong corporate earnings.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
At a time of growing concern about artificial intelligence's impacts, the landmark trial also shed new light on the flaws and outsize ambitions of the small number of billionaires steering the development of the breakthrough technology.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
The actual Foley workers are, in contrast to the outsize figures in Sylvie’s fiction, consumed with mundane concerns like long commutes, too many projects, and partners with health problems.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 May 2026
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Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026
Growth stocks, like those of Big Tech companies, can deliver outsized returns during periods of strong corporate earnings.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
At a time of growing concern about artificial intelligence's impacts, the landmark trial also shed new light on the flaws and outsize ambitions of the small number of billionaires steering the development of the breakthrough technology.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
The actual Foley workers are, in contrast to the outsize figures in Sylvie’s fiction, consumed with mundane concerns like long commutes, too many projects, and partners with health problems.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
Adjective
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The current outbreak is already larger than the past two Bundibugyo surges, Roberts said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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This is as important, and as boring, in theory, as picking a fund for your 401(k), yet, improbably, the draft has become one of the largest events on the sporting calendar.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Some even require dedicated facilities, leading to inflated costs.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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The new movie, by contrast, is an inflated meditation on fiction and reality.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Steak Pies and Boba (Australia) Costco has a sizable and growing presence down under, and fans are drawn to the chain's unique Australian offerings unavailable elsewhere.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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Palmer has been a shining success despite this season’s struggles, but frequent injuries have called into question the sizeable transfer fees paid for Lavia and Gittens.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Much of the products are focused on the eyes, a continuation of his runway makeup that also plays up peepers, such as heavy lashes or exaggerated cat eyes.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Ferrell introduced his exaggerated impersonation of famed entertainer Robert Goulet for season 26 in 2000.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The decision to run it back has been met with considerable skepticism — and reasonably so.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Also, again, the last one also very considerable amount of money on arms sales.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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The majority-Republican House Committee on Appropriations proposed on Wednesday less extreme but still substantial cuts, slashing 20% from the agency and reducing funding to the state clean water programs by almost 25%.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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But a careful reading of the S-1 reveals substantial barriers in the path to achieving the sorcerous performance required to reward shareholders who flock to the most anticipated debut ever seen.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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Beach and poolside accessories have been having all the fun lately, with the return of oversize sunglasses, colorful jelly flip-flop collaborations and larger-than-life beach totes.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Lopez turned her recent outfit into a showstopping fashion moment by pairing the skirt with an oversized fur coat.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Baha Mar, the three-resort complex in Nassau, the Bahamas that opened in stages in 2017/2018 (beginning with the Grand Hyatt and now complete with Rosewood)makes repeat beach weekends actually easy to pull off which is the biggest draw.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Remaking the world is also a big part of the writer’s job.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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