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sheer

[sheer] / ʃɪər /
ADJECTIVE
almost vertical; very steep
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




Example Sentences

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While some of this exodus can be explained by citizens rushing to protect their savings, the sheer size of the sums involved suggests the involvement of "regime actors", Kaitlin Martin of Chainalysis told AFP.

From Barron's

The sheer size of SpaceX’s offering looms for bankers involved in the deal.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ms. Arquette does a wobbly Irish accent for some reason, possibly sheer boredom.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was sheer escapism and during the Depression, this was particularly welcome.

From The Wall Street Journal

Prices are being driven up by the sheer number of campaigns still on the street, including warring measures between Uber and a trade group for trial attorneys, experts say.

From The Wall Street Journal