XL

American

extra large.
extra long.

XL British

symbol

extra large

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Example Sentences

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Last year, a driver backed into his 12-year-old Yukon XL at a stop sign and drove off.

From MarketWatch

Since February 2024 it has been illegal to own an XL bully in Wales and England unless their owner has been granted an exemption certificate.

From BBC

It also owns premium perfumery and cosmetics brands ICI Paris XL and The Perfume Shop.

From The Wall Street Journal

For Ms Exner-Pirot, the suggestion of Keystone XL may signal a resignation that the rift between BC and Alberta won't be resolved.

From BBC

ACC Townsend warned the community over any speculation online, adding if anyone had information "on the dog involved - a male, black XL bully - and its previous behaviour, please contact us directly".

From BBC

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