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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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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
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Biomimicry often fails when the design is too large, Hassanalian says, but is most efficient on the microscale.—
Tom Brown,
Space.com,
25 May 2026
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Raising the competition in chatbot technology, this is largest overhaul of Google search in almost three decades.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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This weakening of currency, combined with inflated jet fuel prices, has also led to one of the country’s major airlines, Air India, to cancel more than a quarter of its international flights between June and August.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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Getting at least three estimates can help homeowners identify inflated pricing, compare warranty coverage and better understand what services are included in the installation cost.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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An unsettled gubernatorial contest In the gubernatorial race, none of the many Democratic candidates has been able to consolidate a sizable lead, creating a lingering apprehension that Republicans could somehow eke out a stunning upset in the biggest of blue states.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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The food ranges from snacky to sizable, and the quality of dishes varies widely.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
24 May 2026
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Reports of the death of DEI in corporate America have been greatly exaggerated.—
Beth Kowitt,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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Free People’s take on the exaggerated shape arrives in the form of these bedroom must-haves that can also be donned outside of it.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the inclusion of six players who are capable of playing center back probably confirms what USMNT observers have believed for the better part of a year, that Pochettino is likely to field a back three/back five formation for a considerable chunk of the tournament.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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On the positive side, especially if this woman plans to have children, Miss Manners observes that losing the friendship will no doubt save you considerable time and money in the future.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
23 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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The actress even wore them while traveling, paired with an oversized sweatshirt that’s ideal for cool cabins or crisp summer mornings.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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Stewart paired hers with an oversized canvas barn jacket and caramel-colored heels.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
25 May 2026
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Lee had fouled off a pair of pitches to begin the at-bat, falling behind 0-2 before his big swing.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
27 May 2026
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The second-biggest hit came from sophomore center fielder Siena Balistreri, who roped a two-out, two-run double off the shortstop’s glove to stretch the lead to 6-3 in the fourth.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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