1
as in dominance
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance
not since Rome in its glory days had a nation enjoyed such overwhelming military preponderance
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Relevance
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2
as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
a preponderance of the evidence points to the guilt of the defendant
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Recent Examples of preponderance
There's a preponderance of bird life.
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Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2025
Some models predict that atmospheres that contain very few elements heavier than helium have a preponderance for more phosphine.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2025
The preponderance of evidence shows that this is not the case.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 24 Sep. 2025
The preponderance today in Silicon Valley and on Wall Street of Anglophone Brahmins interfacing between the ruling classes of India and the United States, from Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella to Balaji Srinivasan, is no coincidence.
—Pankaj Mishra, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
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Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2025
Some models predict that atmospheres that contain very few elements heavier than helium have a preponderance for more phosphine.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2025
The preponderance of evidence shows that this is not the case.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 24 Sep. 2025
The preponderance today in Silicon Valley and on Wall Street of Anglophone Brahmins interfacing between the ruling classes of India and the United States, from Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella to Balaji Srinivasan, is no coincidence.
—Pankaj Mishra, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preponderance
Noun
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The United States has increasingly projected itself as a global bully, treating weaker nations as fair game for regime change by force — simply to assert power and dominance.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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But despite Derrick Henry’s early dominance on the ground and Jackson’s sensational fourth quarter, another season ended in excruciating fashion.—
Noah Trister,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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The majority of Malbec in Bordeaux died out from frost in the 1950s, and Petit Verdot often ripens too late to make it into the final blend, so many vineyards have been replanted with other varieties over the years.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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Conversely, Taiwan’s adoption of drone technologies and counter-measures reflects a broader global trend in modern warfare where autonomy, numbers, and networked systems can offset traditional military superiority.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Despite Barca’s recent dominance and established superiority in terms of history, fanbase and budget, the rivalry between the clubs is fierce.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2026
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Designed for year-round comfort, the reversible bedspread delivers cozy warmth without overheating or bulk.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Unterminated speaker cables come in bulk and have no default terminations within the wire itself but are cut by the user to their preferred length.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Critics say those distinctions are arbitrary and unfair, being based on outdated assumptions and bad science.—
Kevin Krause,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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There is a subtle but important distinction that bears discussion.—
Michael Isaacson,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
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This latest disaster will be framed by some as another blow to Minnesota's reputation.—
Phil Morris The Minnesota Star Tribune,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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In 1984, Craig launched heli-fishing, using helicopters to ferry anglers to pristine alpine rivers no one had ever cast a line in, and the lodge's reputation exploded.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Preponderance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preponderance. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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