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as in significant
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
with several blockbuster hits under her belt, the actress now commands some major cash for appearing in a movie
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
a major change in how science is taught in our high schools
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Recent Examples of major
As the Charlotte region continues to grow as a major business hub in the South, Black entrepreneurs such as Herb Gray are a part of that progress.
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Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2025
The Jamie Kern Lima Show is available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Edelman spent five years directing the project, known as The Book of Prince, a process that was extensively detailed in a major feature in the New York Times.
—Peter White, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
The real impact of Bharat Tex—a mammoth undertaking by the Indian government and the 12 major associations across the country—begun percolating within days of the show coming to a close.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 4 Mar. 2025
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Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2025
The Jamie Kern Lima Show is available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Edelman spent five years directing the project, known as The Book of Prince, a process that was extensively detailed in a major feature in the New York Times.
—Peter White, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
The real impact of Bharat Tex—a mammoth undertaking by the Indian government and the 12 major associations across the country—begun percolating within days of the show coming to a close.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for major
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While the Board appreciates that mistakes can be made, the mistakes here are significant and damaging to the BBC.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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Continuing their commitment to the Central Florida community, the owners of the Magic are making a significant donation to the franchise’s foundation that assists at-risk youth in the local area.—
Jason Beede,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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But this year the 54-year-old stepped into what’s arguably the most challenging, complex, and coveted role in American musical theater, Mama Rose, in the equally as important midcentury Broadway musical Gypsy.—
The Glamour editors,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2025
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This historical pattern prompts an important question: could Deere’s current $500 share price potentially fall below $350 if similar market conditions recur?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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For perspective, Super Micro experienced considerable volatility in 2024, surging to over $114 per share earlier in the year before crashing by over 80% at one point due to multiple questions relating to its accounting, corporate governance, and delayed filing of its financial results.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Aoun seeks to strengthen ties with the U.S., which already provides considerable support to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) through financial aid, weapons supplies, and training programs.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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And here’s today’s e-newspaper 3 things to know before the 2025 Oscars The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, wrapping up an Oscars season filled with historic firsts and controversy.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2025
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Spend time walking the grounds of George Mason University, learn about the area’s rich past at historic sites, and take advantage of the town’s diverse and delicious dining scene.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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Presenting evidence to a grand jury investigating Mr. Schumer would be a substantial escalation of Mr. Martin’s efforts.—
Glenn Thrush,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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The price hikes from Mr. Trump's tariffs are likely to be substantial enough that some car buyers might balk at the higher costs, according to AEG CEO Patrick Anderson.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Flyers fans are still waiting for Briere to take a big swing at a major name, something that could happen as soon as this summer.—
Kevin Kurz,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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But America is her biggest market, and the Pacific Palisades was supposed to be the first big U.S. flagship.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
7 Mar. 2025
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Conor McGregor has earned a sizable social media following with his vicious knockouts and trash talking.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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It's got a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip under the hood, plenty of RAM and storage, and a sizable 6,000mAh battery.—
Eric Zeman,
PCMAG,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Major.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/major. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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