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lion's share

NOUN
largest portion
Synonyms
WEAK
advantage better part biggest share biggest slice of the cake body bulk chief part gist main part mass meat most

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The industry remains a key end market for companies like Infineon as its automotive business still accounts for the lion’s share of sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Not everyone can have the lion’s share of their retirement in Roths — like this guy.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

Maybe they saved the lion’s share of tickets for the rest of the world ... because they need locals to volunteer?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"We expect the lion's share of the world's patented pharmaceuticals to be building in America," the official said.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Berkeley attracted the most promising young graduate students, hosted the most eminent visiting lecturers, pocketed the largest contributions from research foundations and garnered the lion’s share of public interest and acclaim.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik