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as in significance
the quality or state of being important
the magnitude of the issue can scarcely be overstated
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as in vastness
the quality or state of being very large
the mountain's sheer magnitude usually leaves tourists speechless
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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
the magnitude of the planned skyscraper is totally disproportionate with that of the other buildings on the block
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Recent Examples of magnitude
Barring the Comcast breakup, the last time MSG faced a signal interruption of this magnitude was during its 48-day conflict with Time Warner Cable in 2012.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Last week, the comet was measured at magnitude +0.5, well within the grasp of the human eye.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
This certainly may not be the last word on the CTA, but the magnitude of penalties that could be involved suggests filing now, even if the CTA is eventually modified or repealed, may be the only option.
—Martin Shenkman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Google’s efforts are similarly a work in progress, but the company has an advantage due to the sheer magnitude of its developer partners who are already building on Android’s many platforms.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Last week, the comet was measured at magnitude +0.5, well within the grasp of the human eye.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
This certainly may not be the last word on the CTA, but the magnitude of penalties that could be involved suggests filing now, even if the CTA is eventually modified or repealed, may be the only option.
—Martin Shenkman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Google’s efforts are similarly a work in progress, but the company has an advantage due to the sheer magnitude of its developer partners who are already building on Android’s many platforms.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnitude
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While accepting the award, the show's creator, writer and star Richard Gadd opened up about the significance of the win.Esther Kang, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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What’s the significance of finally having federal guidelines for the clean hydrogen credit?Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Fire officials have admitted they were overwhelmed by the size and speed of the fire.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Managing, interpreting and anticipating trends has become indispensable to businesses, regardless of size and scope.Abdulwahab Mohammed, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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What to Know During the visit, Kate served a breakfast of cereal and fruit to the kids and was told by staff about the importance of a nutritious diet.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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The Cabinet was meeting well past the beginning of the Jewish Sabbath, a rare occurrence and a reflection of the moment’s importance.Samy Magdy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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The primitive black hole, however, doesn’t currently possess a voracious appetite to match its immensity.Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
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So my mind sinks in this immensity: and foundering is sweet in such a sea.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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Her dress featured subtle ruching, adding texture and dimension to the minimalist silhouette.Ty Gaskins, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
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The pink ends pop so perfectly in the roll, with a cool mix of darker tones and vivid hot pink adding depth and dimension.Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Jan. 2025
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China is the dominant supplier for many categories of U.S. imports, according to a study from the Peterson Institute.Dian Zhang, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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What is a deficit, and what is the US trade balance In simple terms, a trade deficit results from when the value of a country’s imports exceeds the overall value of exports.Alicia Wallace, CNN, 16 Jan. 2025
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What To Know During an interview with CNN, Cohen discussed the risks of working for Donald Trump and the consequences faced by many of his former allies, including himself.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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The consequences could include EPA analyses that understate the risks of toxic chemicals when research is still emerging, such as with PFAS.Eric Nost, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2025
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There is no stop until the clock stops at the finish line, and only then does the enormity of the feat sink in.George Allen, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025
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The enormity of the loss has inspired an immediate surge of fundraising and charitable donations for relief efforts.Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Magnitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnitude. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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