larger than

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The gravitational pull of an undiscovered planet, several times larger than Earth, was seen as a possible reason for the discrepancy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Maine recently passed a moratorium on data centers larger than 20 megawatts until November 2027, and electricity-supply issues are dominating conversations in Virginia—colloquially known as data-center alley.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Few public figures generate stronger reactions in New York, and his appearance — as it usually does — adds another layer of politics, spectacle and unpredictability to an event that already feels larger than sports.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

The soccer World Cup is set to be larger than ever in 2026, and there are plenty of companies catering to fans—and plenty of stocks to watch.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

There were three potted plants hanging from the high ceilings in the front room, and it made the house seem impossibly larger than the outside led you to believe.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro