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The colossal squid is native mainly to which ocean?

colossal

[kuh-los-uhl] / kəˈlɒs əl /


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Scientists think one of the most important events in the early solar system was a colossal collision between the young Earth and a Mars-sized body known as Theia.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026

It matters for Manchester, it matters for the Premier League and so, crucially, it matters for the UK's image around the world – because England's top flight is a colossal global brand.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

“It was a colossal headache. I hope I don’t have to go through it again. It was not profitable for our company in any shape or form.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

Lawrence lifted England to 177-7 in their second innings, with a lead of 357 looking colossal given the assistance on offer for bowlers and Pakistan's weak batting.

From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026

They felt against their backs a colossal and excited human weight which they could only resist for a matter of seconds.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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