overlarge
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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This version of Clifford resembles nothing so much as an overlarge golden retriever puppy dipped in red paint.
From Slate ● Nov. 25, 2020
The “Hong Kong specialty” black pepper scallops — eight small ones for $33 — came carelessly jumbled on an overlarge oval plate, with one orchid blossom as decoration.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 12, 2019
And, in the evenings, gathered in their satisfying overlarge apartments, they drink wine from goblets with the ritual air of people taking communion.
From The New Yorker ● Jun. 19, 2018
I understand Ms. Zeisler’s arguments for resisting an overlarge tent.
From New York Times ● May 22, 2016
Her tunic was overlarge, tom at the hem, and her eyes were bloodshot.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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