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greater

[grey-ter] / ˈgreɪ tər /
ADJECTIVE
better
Synonyms
WEAK
boss cooler higher larger largest leading most outstanding preeminent super superlative terrific

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Greater bond market volatility could tighten funding markets, which has been a focal point of past financial turmoil.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Greater bond market volatility could tighten funding markets, which has been a focal point of past financial turmoil.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Laura Featonby, who runs Laura's Travel Village in Sale, Greater Manchester, said some airlines had been delaying flights to allow passengers to board.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The Boys and Girls Club and YMCAs of Greater Los Angeles are offering services across the district, many at no cost.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

But when old Master Nkrumah, age eighty-seven, had begun referring to the Greater Jungle as “her,” that had been the last straw.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

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