greater than

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Budgetary matters associated with unionization may also be a concern at USC, which laid off more than 1,000 workers and cut spending last year amid a greater than $200-million deficit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

He whined that the singers who pulled out of the state fair are “Third Rate” and promised he would simply headline the event, swearing he is greater than Elvis, even “without a guitar.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Researchers estimate that carbon released through soil respiration is seven to eight times greater than annual fossil fuel emissions produced by humans.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Last year, 17% of cardholders in low-income communities held balances greater than that amount, 20% in medium-income communities and 25% in higher-income communities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

But the flames gave them comfort greater than heat.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver