chunk

Example Sentences

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But history is complicated, and a significant chunk of that population is fiercely opposed to the regime of the Islamic republic, which overthrew the Shah in 1979.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

I like to grate the cheese from a fresh block or chunk and add it once my soup is done heating up.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

“After 18 years of sacrifice, these workers are finally winning back a big chunk of what was taken from them,” United Auto Workers union President Shawn Fain said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

If you put a chunk of your investable wealth into an annuity, you are forgoing any increases in the stock market.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

It was Mrs. Pritchard who’d taught me that Bible verse about asking and receiving, so I took a deep breath and summoned up a chunk of courage.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney