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as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
agriculture makes up the bulk of the country's economy
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as in weight
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
the cookie lost a few crumbs, but the bulk of it remained
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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
due to its bulk, we were unable to get the enormous bookcase into the back seat of the car
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as in to increase
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as in to bloat
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Recent Examples of bulk
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
With its slim design, wireless charging, and compatibility with Apple’s ecosystem, this solution focuses on usability and convenience without adding extra bulk to everyday carry items.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 30 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 6 July 2025
Many stevia products sold in stores contain additional ingredients, including bulking agents and other sweeteners.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
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Noun
Speaking of which, the vast bulk of the city of Chicago’s portion of those property tax bills that had Chicagoans gnashing their teeth late last year isn’t paying for city services.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
With its slim design, wireless charging, and compatibility with Apple’s ecosystem, this solution focuses on usability and convenience without adding extra bulk to everyday carry items.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
Hard-line Republicans initially bulking at the price tag.
—ABC News, 6 July 2025
Many stevia products sold in stores contain additional ingredients, including bulking agents and other sweeteners.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulk
Noun
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Bodies were flying under the basket for the majority of the night for both teams.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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The legislation easily passed the House and Senate with majority votes.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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General Daily Insight for April 02, 2026 Small choices carry surprising weight this morning.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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The three zoning districts have some differing conditions, the board report said — the data center district, for example, allows for taller buildings than the other two types and requires a significantly larger minimum lot size.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Panama Canal Authority charges fees based on the size and type of ships that are using the waterway and rates are uniform, impartial, and non-discriminatory , according to the European Parliamentary Research Service.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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The MorphoScan’s measurements ebbed and flowed from day to day as expected, with my weight dropping the day after a cardio workout and increasing after a weekend of indulgence.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
5 Apr. 2026
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UConn recovered from its prolonged shooting slump to regain its bearings, eventually increasing its lead to 10 points on a Mullins’ 3 with 47 seconds left in the half before heading into the locker room up 37-29.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Decades of pandering to public employee unions, bloating of bureaucratic staffs, and disregarding voter wishes regarding the outsourcing of local services and limiting pensions have been identified.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Possible side effects of stevia are bloating, nausea, dizziness, and numbness.12 There is also some concern that stevia may contribute to low blood pressure (hypotension).8 What Are Their Risks and Precautions?—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
6 Feb. 2026
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Her body was found at a site along the Trinity River.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 31,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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In their filing in Sacramento Superior Court, the residents accuse city officials of violating Measure O, which mandates that interim shelters sit more than 500 feet away from bodies of water or streams.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Her ability to stretch the floor added a new dimension to Missouri’s offense down the stretch, including a strong postseason showing.—
Aaron Segal,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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This tiny house performs some downsizing magic to fit a surprisingly practical interior into its tight dimensions.—
Adam Williams
April 04,
New Atlas,
4 Apr. 2026
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The capsule will then make a water landing likely Friday, April 10, in the Pacific Ocean near California, after which five orange airbags will inflate around the top of the spacecraft and flip the capsule into an upright position.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Moon — unlike Mars — does not have an atmosphere to supply carbon dioxide for growing algae, so the house-inflating fungi might have to be fed sawdust from Earth.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Bulk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulk. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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