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major

[mey-jer] / ˈmeɪ dʒər /




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Presumably, these observations were too radical for a major studio’s family film, even one directed by the man who helmed “Minions” and “Despicable Me 3,” Kyle Balda.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

At the time, Trout said “the direction of the franchise” was a major reason he opted to stick it out.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

The estimated $2.3-billion powerlink is among the largest and most expensive projects in California’s transmission plan, and would connect one of the state’s major coastal population centers to one of its richest renewable energy zones.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

The carrier's long deployment included a fire in a laundry room on March 12, which injured two sailors and caused major damage to some 100 beds, according to the US military.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

It was a step up, and it meant a major change in tactics.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day




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