as in gigantic
unusually large
a mammoth book with color plates of birds native to North America
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as in whale
something that is unusually large and powerful
even as sport-utility vehicles go, that one is a mammoth
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Recent Examples of mammoth
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Markley data center in Lowell The Markley data center is a mammoth building.
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David Wade,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
Fossils have also been found that indicate the islands were also once home to pygmy mammoths, which only reached 4 to 6 feet tall.
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Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Opposition to the mammoth tech hubs and their massive thirst of water, power and land has only escalated throughout the state and nation ever since.
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Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Markley data center in Lowell The Markley data center is a mammoth building.
—
David Wade,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Noun
Fossils have also been found that indicate the islands were also once home to pygmy mammoths, which only reached 4 to 6 feet tall.
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Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
Fossils have also been found that indicate the islands were also once home to pygmy mammoths, which only reached 4 to 6 feet tall.
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Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mammoth
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But a loss, coming after such an absurd, farcical process, and removing the possibility of a gigantic matchup against Spain or Portugal in the quarterfinals in Los Angeles, would be unforgivable.
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The gigantic star cluster inside the nebula NGC 3603 (about 20,000 light-years away) shines in a second image.
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After taking a lot of heat (lower case) over the years for failed attempts on big signings, Pat Riley finally landed another whale in Giannis.
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Options for activities include paddleboarding and chasing Arctic swells in the fjords, sailing through sea cliffs and the uninhabited Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, and spotting whales, seals, Arctic foxes, and more wildlife.
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What’s behind those giant flags in World Cup pregame ceremonies?
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And this couple rolled up in this giant fifth wheel with a big old pickup.
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Technology has come a long way since the dinosaur tail bone was first found, allowing researchers to peer inside bones and gain even more detailed information about ancient creatures.
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As reported by the New York Times, the statue by artist Aldo Beroisa follows from other creations of his including statues of dinosaurs and Jesus, and has been in the works for more than a year.
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Authors think humans might just be able to leverage a few tools at our disposal to change the course of huge weather events.
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Technology companies are spending big to incorporate artificial intelligence into their businesses and to build huge data centers.
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Or will the monsters get in their way?
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Making matters worse, Christophe has a spinal condition that requires him to wear a massive metal back brace 24/7, turning him into a pre-teen metal monster.
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Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova transformed from a serene hangout spot into an enormous fun-fest fit for a nation’s 250th birthday on Friday.
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Over time, these little communication shifts can create enormous changes in your home.
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Then the babydoll-sized elephant walked into the room.
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The arrangement included exclusive access to the sanctuary’s conservation team, where the couple learned about elephant rehabilitation efforts and participated in feeding and bathing the elephants—an intimate and unforgettable experience.
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“Mammoth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mammoth. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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