an extra-large size category of clothing, especially for women.
a garment or person of this size.
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But this year’s parade of plus-size initial public offerings could increase stock market supply.
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
There’s one plus-size social influencer whose Instagram travel posts have kept the British tabs in business by lashing out against “fat phobic” critics.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 2026
Her plus-size subjects were joyous drag queens, women, sailors and old ladies all having a good time on nights out, in Plymouth shopping, playing cards or bingo.
From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2026
By 2010 brands such as American Eagle, and later Abercrombie & Fitch and Lululemon, offered a wider range of sizes; advertising also increasingly featured plus-size models.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
She created a viral series CTRL+C, replicating the style of celebrities like Zendaya and Dua Lipa for plus-size bodies.
From Salon ● Nov. 16, 2025
And though the trip is not limited to people who identify as plus size, it is meant for those who specifically want to feel secure in their bodies.
From New York Times ● Jun. 27, 2023
“I’m super excited to do a plus size revue.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 29, 2023
As someone who champions women, plus size people and others whom society treats poorly, Lizzo preaches inclusivity and should do better.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2022
Haley Plotkin, the plus size travel blogger behind Ready Set Jet Set, did visit, and had a fabulous experience!
From Salon ● May 18, 2022
Online, the chain is merging its plus size and standard sizes together, with models appearing in all three sizes.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 18, 2021
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