lion's share

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The big objection in streaming is that the lion’s share of the money goes to the bigger artists who need it the least.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

For 250 years, America has claimed the lion’s share of the world’s greatest inventions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The donations accounted for the lion's share of the £9.3m in private donations declared by Reform during the period, and around a third of the £20.7m total declared by all parties.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“The lion’s share of the gains has been in the technology sector,” Bespoke said, with tech soaring more than 45% since March 30 through Monday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

In grocery stores, he carefully pocketed canned ravioli, which they split five ways, Zalmai getting the lion’s share.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini