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Synonyms

loads

British  
/ ləʊdz /

plural noun

  1. (often foll by of) a lot

    loads to eat
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adverb

  1. (intensifier)

    loads better

    thanks loads
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Keen says she actually preferred Galaxy to the first film as it has "loads of funny moments" alongside "cute, wholesome moments".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

For companies, the smaller deals are less risky than huge outlays that can saddle acquirers with big debt loads.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

It was loads of fun for cutting-edge dabblers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

"According to workers at the mines, some 30-tonne trucks that carry lithium concentrate exceed their maximum loads by 15 more tonnes," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

While Starry loads my suitcase into the Chevy Nova, Ma strokes my short hair.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins

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