chunk

Example Sentences

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The heftiest chunk of her pay comes from a nontaxable stipend travel nurses earn to cover their living expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

We lost a huge chunk of bands that were the stepping stones for where we’re at now.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

In other words, out-of-pocket spending takes a big chunk of retirees’ resources, and the 10% increase in Medicare Part B premiums suggests there is no relief on the horizon.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Those funds can also result in fees: management fees, upfront commissions, a chunk of any gains.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Sharks around here must have tasted the chunk I lost from my forehead in the storm, thought it was jaw-snapping yum!, and wanted to chomp the rest.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr