as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
the lead actress deservedly got the lion's share of credit for the show's success the lion's share of ballots went the incumbent's way
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Recent Examples of lion's share
The federal government only provides a fraction of the money that goes to schools—states and local governments are responsible for the lion's share of that funding.
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Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
While Google has gotten some agencies on board, Microsoft has traditionally won the lion's share of contracts, including the $8 billion Defense Enterprise Office Solutions contract that pushed Microsoft 365 to all corners of the Pentagon beginning in 2020.
—Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2025
This next round of Space Force launch contracts will flip the script, with SpaceX taking the lion's share of the missions.
—ArsTechnica, 5 Apr. 2025
France took the lead in the continent's postwar rocket industry, providing the lion's share of funding for Ariane, and taking responsibility for building engines and booster stages.
—Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
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Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
While Google has gotten some agencies on board, Microsoft has traditionally won the lion's share of contracts, including the $8 billion Defense Enterprise Office Solutions contract that pushed Microsoft 365 to all corners of the Pentagon beginning in 2020.
—Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2025
This next round of Space Force launch contracts will flip the script, with SpaceX taking the lion's share of the missions.
—ArsTechnica, 5 Apr. 2025
France took the lead in the continent's postwar rocket industry, providing the lion's share of funding for Ariane, and taking responsibility for building engines and booster stages.
—Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lion's share
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While most debates, especially online, aren't so clear cut, the majority agrees that even the most skilled men are no match for a gorilla.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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The majority of the population is directly or indirectly dependent on agriculture, according to the country’s statistics bureau.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2025
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Medals are made from recycled zinc alloy, and ordered in bulk to reduce travel emissions, leftover medals and ribbons are recycled within the U.K. Smart logistics is at the heart of new baggage-free assembly area.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Spigen Life Passport Wallet $35 $30 at Amazon The low-profile Spigen Life passport wallet adds minimal bulk to your pocket while boasting RFID-blocking capabilities and organizational elements.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Lion's share.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lion%27s%20share. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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