1
as in bulk
the largest part or quantity of something
a vast majority of the town's residents support the proposed tax reduction
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2
as in adulthood
the state of being fully grown or developed
she will inherit a fortune upon her majority
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as in general
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
the majority opinion among the tour group members was that they should cancel the rest of the trip
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Recent Examples of majority
Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 9 July 2025
But the vast majority will someday need to be plugged.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 8 July 2025
That includes five of University of California’s nine undergraduate campuses, all but one of California State University’s 22 campuses, and the majority of the state’s community colleges.
—Michael Burke, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2025
During the campaign, inflation consistently ranked as a top issue of concern to voters – and a majority of them favored Trump to best handle the problem, surveys showed.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 8 July 2025
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Noun
Trump said his second invite came as an attempt to establish peace in Gaza, where a majority of the fighting has transpired.
—Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 9 July 2025
But the vast majority will someday need to be plugged.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 8 July 2025
That includes five of University of California’s nine undergraduate campuses, all but one of California State University’s 22 campuses, and the majority of the state’s community colleges.
—Michael Burke, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2025
During the campaign, inflation consistently ranked as a top issue of concern to voters – and a majority of them favored Trump to best handle the problem, surveys showed.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for majority
Noun
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Crayola markers are on sale during Prime Day 2025, like this single 40-count pack for just $15, or buy in bulk as a classroom gift with a 12-pack for only a few bucks more.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
9 July 2025
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Gavi, at its most basic level, is Costco for immunizations, wielding its massive purchasing power to buy vaccines in bulk for cheap.—
Hana Kiros,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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And notably absent was general manager Ken Williams, the architect of the ’05 team who became vice president and was fired in 2023 along with GM Rick Hahn.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
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Voters will choose a new Ward 4 council member on Aug. 12, and the challenges surrounding both Kimball Court and the general Snelling-University area have crept into campaign discussions.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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Meanwhile, a poll of American adults taken in early June by the Washington Post and Ipsos found a plurality of adults, 42%, opposing the bill, and 23% supportive of it.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
30 June 2025
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The poll — which has a margin of error of 2.1 percentage points — also found that a plurality of Americans, 49%, think Trump has made the world less peaceful.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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In fact, while rare overall, turmeric appears to have become the most common herbal cause of liver injuries in the US.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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More Black people are turning to the keto lifestyle as a way to take control of their health, energy, and overall well-being.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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According to emails received through a public records request, several student tenants in 2023 and 2024 struggled with problems including flooding, discolored water, mold and asbestos.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
6 July 2025
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Jones’ company, American Sound Design, submitted about 40 invoices to the Foundation that Gatlin approved between 2019 and 2024 for services that his firm says were provided to the Jackson Health Foundation, according to financial documents obtained by the Herald through a public records request.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Here’s what to know about the history of this popular seaside city and its residents.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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For years, BlackRock has been known for its popular index business, which manages trillions of dollars and makes up a significant portion of its revenues.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Murphy rebounded with a unanimous decision win over fellow icon Miesha Tate in 2022, but her career ends with two losses to Jessica Andrade in January 2023 and Friday’s loss to Moura.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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But unlike in the past when the U.N. Integrated Office in Haiti has received 12-month extensions, Monday’s unanimous decision by council members backed only six-and-a-half months.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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There's near universal agreement that pay is a predominant factor in attracting and retaining teachers ― either to other schools or to other professions.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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But this is not the predominant architectural style found in all of Cincinnati's neighborhoods, explained Cincinnati Preservation Association executive director Beth Johnson, a working group member.—
Sydney Franklin,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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“Majority.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/majority. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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