oversize
adjective
over·size
ˌō-vər-ˈsīz 
variants
or oversized
: being of more than standard or ordinary size
oversize pillows
an oversize shirt
Examples of oversize in a Sentence
the woman's oversize hat was blocking my view of the minister
a softball is an oversize and less densely stuffed baseball
Recent Examples on the Web
Backed by a quartet of crackerjack touring members, the duo opened the show on a high-tech stage filled with flashing, oversize television sets and the glitz kind of felt off brand for the guys.
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Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
Her oversize sunglasses and icy white bixie (a cross between a bob and a pixie) were accounted for as well.
—Pamela Vázquez, Glamour, 24 July 2025
The top of the swimsuit was a white bandeau with oversize puff sleeves printed with bright red cherries.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 23 July 2025
Charms, including an oversize glazed doughnut and a Krispy Kreme Hot Light, are included with the limited edition Crocs, along with chocolate and strawberry icing with sprinkles toe caps.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 July 2025
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Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
Her oversize sunglasses and icy white bixie (a cross between a bob and a pixie) were accounted for as well.
—Pamela Vázquez, Glamour, 24 July 2025
The top of the swimsuit was a white bandeau with oversize puff sleeves printed with bright red cherries.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 23 July 2025
Charms, including an oversize glazed doughnut and a Krispy Kreme Hot Light, are included with the limited edition Crocs, along with chocolate and strawberry icing with sprinkles toe caps.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for oversize
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“Oversize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oversize. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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