as in considerably
to a large extent or degree
The recipe made significantly more cookies than I was expecting. The vet informed us that Fluffy was significantly overweight and would need to be put on a diet.
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The proportion of people enrolled in the program varies significantly between states.
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Solcyré Burga, Time, 30 June 2025
Mathematical models suggest the procedure could significantly delay menopause.
—Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
However, critics of the administration's policies have argued the designations don't significantly change the U.S. government's ability to investigate and prosecute cartels.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 30 June 2025
While Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders earn significantly more than their counterparts across the league, the pay is still not enough to make ends meet.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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Solcyré Burga, Time, 30 June 2025
Mathematical models suggest the procedure could significantly delay menopause.
—Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
However, critics of the administration's policies have argued the designations don't significantly change the U.S. government's ability to investigate and prosecute cartels.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 30 June 2025
While Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders earn significantly more than their counterparts across the league, the pay is still not enough to make ends meet.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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The build features totally custom bodywork with a removable hardtop, a hot-rod V12 engine and a five-speed manual transmission—all in green over tan, of course.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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The volume of the baggy jean demands direction, and a brown boot can provide a visual anchor that prevents the outfit from totally overflowing.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
29 June 2025
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Now, Thomas is absolutely right in showing courage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 June 2025
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Yes, Jon, look, there is no question this morning this is absolutely the largest and potentially most dangerous risk and gamble of Trump's presidency.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 June 2025
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“Significantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significantly. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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