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
There was a good-sized audience stood by the stage, with the hosts inviting people to share dilemmas and embarrassing moments.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2024
Duroy helped pay for a lot of those initial materials, including a good-sized fish pond that he and Letteriello dug themselves.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 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
“You’ve got a good-sized cut back here,” he said.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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