good-sized
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of good-sized
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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Of course, if they simply invested the savings of not owning a home into stocks and bonds, they could end up with a good-sized pile of assets at retirement.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 16, 2025
He also said that choosing the right bank account, with a good-sized 0% overdraft facility, is crucial.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2024
Two hundred pet shops, a dozen zoos and a good-sized rain forest all mixed together and turned up to 11 loud.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 19, 2023
We are able to provide livelihoods, which is really kind of amazing, and we have a good-sized business.
From New York Times ● Nov. 28, 2022
And when you’re just topping three feet in height yourself, a good-sized rat can be a real threat, especially since rats are one of the few breeds that can see straight through a fairy shield.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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