in the majority

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Many had predicted that Expedition 33 would win in the majority of categories in which it was nominated but, true to form, the Bafta Games Awards didn't quite follow the lead of other ceremonies.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

But in any case, "professional athletes, in the majority of cases, sign a contract that allows their clubs and the league to use their data", said Santin of SportsDynamics.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

The author notes how the International Monetary Fund insisted on removing capital controls in the majority of African countries in the 1990s, an indication that the restrictions were widespread at the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

But are people of color truly in the majority of decision-making roles?

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

The boys wanted to remain in the majority; the girls wanted to tie the count at six-all.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey