1
as in dominance
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance
not since Rome in its glory days had a nation enjoyed such overwhelming military preponderance
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Relevance
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2
as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
a preponderance of the evidence points to the guilt of the defendant
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Recent Examples of preponderance
As scholar Angela Davis pointed out, the Black single mothers of America did not constitute a matriarchy in any sense that implied a preponderance of social power.
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Augustine Sedgewick, Time, 13 June 2025
Plus, the West has won the preponderance of NBA titles during that stretch.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 14 May 2025
Probably the biggest risk in the beet juice data is the preponderance of small studies, some with fewer than ten subjects.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 19 Apr. 2025
The Blended Wing Body derives the preponderance of its operating cost improvement from its aerodynamics and thus avoids the risk of propulsion technology that is pushing the limits of physics.
—Jerrold Lundquist, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Augustine Sedgewick, Time, 13 June 2025
Plus, the West has won the preponderance of NBA titles during that stretch.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 14 May 2025
Probably the biggest risk in the beet juice data is the preponderance of small studies, some with fewer than ten subjects.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 19 Apr. 2025
The Blended Wing Body derives the preponderance of its operating cost improvement from its aerodynamics and thus avoids the risk of propulsion technology that is pushing the limits of physics.
—Jerrold Lundquist, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preponderance
Noun
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The Florida Democratic Party already has an uphill battle to retake the governor’s office after more than 30 years of Republican dominance.—
Miami Herald Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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And while many believe that Jalen Hurts' success has just been a beneficiary of Barkley's dominance, Winston had flowers for Jalen, too.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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The majority of the community was forcibly displaced in the 1950s to make way for Dodger Stadium — despite the fact that the land was originally intended to be used for affordable housing.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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In total, 635 inmates are held at Federal Prison Camp Bryan, the vast majority of which are women convicted of nonviolent offenses, according to the facility's official website.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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Being the world's most valuable company is not a sign of permanent superiority.—
Nur Hikmah Md Ali,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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What To Know According to a French intelligence report shared with the Associated Press, Chinese diplomats worked to publicize the downing of Rafale jets during the conflict while promoting the superiority of Chinese fighter aircraft.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Adding bulk to his pre-existing athleticism is the next step in his physical development.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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These data brokers sell personal data in bulk to other businesses.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Qureshi draws a distinction between having a purpose and having a goal.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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The two also share a border and a collective distinction as the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, established in 1932 to honor peace and goodwill between the United States and Canada.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Last year, Duncan opted not to seek reelection to an eighth term, following the 2023 diminishment of his reputation for conservative family values.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 July 2025
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While Torquay might not have the culinary reputation of Barcelona or Cannes, France, there’s a burgeoning restaurant scene and an abundance of classic English staples like pubs, beer gardens, tea rooms, and farmers’ markets.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
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“Preponderance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preponderance. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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