How to Use oversize in a Sentence

oversize

adjective
  • Still, at least there are a lot of oversize-glow-stick fights along the way.
    — David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
  • How can a small compete in a world of oversize jock beasts?
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
  • She was last seen wearing an oversize black coat and black pants.
    — Billy Kobin, The Courier-Journal, 7 Feb. 2020
  • Choose a slightly oversize man's shirt, tuck it in, and top it with a wide belt.
    — Town & Country, 3 Sep. 2019
  • The optics and oversize turrets are among the best in the field.
    — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 24 Sep. 2020
  • Parking for two to three cars is available in an oversize garage.
    — Lia Picard, WSJ, 21 July 2021
  • There’s a large bath with plenty of room for two and an oversize shower.
    — Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 17 May 2025
  • But a trip isn't all sugary frozen drinks and oversize fishbowls here.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 July 2023
  • The black-and-white dress featured an oversize pattern and thin straps.
    — Michael Nied, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
  • The new-look chef’s kitchen features an oversize island and wine fridge.
    — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2020
  • The dress is sleeveless (still scary for me at times), has an all-over print, and is oversize.
    — Kellie Brown, Teen Vogue, 25 Mar. 2019
  • Pair them with more relaxed or oversize garments.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Rip the corner posts to width on the table saw, and then chop them about an inch oversize.
    — Paul Steiner, Popular Mechanics, 24 Mar. 2023
  • Choudhury, 55, served looks with a bold, red lip and an oversize white suit.
    — Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE.com, 9 Dec. 2021
  • Momsen paired her boots with tall socks and sheer black fishnet tights and an oversize black rain coat.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Gone are the days of oversize jerseys from the stadium gift shop.
    — Sam Reed, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2024
  • To see that oversize double-breasted suit was just such a statement to me.
    — Sam Reed, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2022
  • The first was an oversize red T-shirt layered over a pink T-shirt.
    — New York Times, 13 July 2022
  • But a peak over Andy’s oversize fence show bigger things on the horizon.
    — Dewayne Bevil, OrlandoSentinel.com, 28 June 2018
  • Their drink theme is moonshine and the decor is oversize kitschy art of famous people.
    — Polly Campbell, Cincinnati.com, 11 July 2019
  • Along with an oversize strap and buckle, the square toe finishes off the chic shoe.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 20 June 2026
  • The bedroom has two closets, space for a queen, and an oversize window.
    — Katie McDonough, Curbed, 27 Apr. 2026
  • The valance with oversize wavy edging cuts through all of the patterns with a calming pause.
    — Catherine Hong, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Go for a slightly slouchy boot to complement the pants’ oversize fit.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The Viking huts were 89 percent thatched, like gnomes in oversize caps.
    — Elizabeth McCracken, Harpers Magazine, 5 Jan. 2021
  • So was this russet brown suede color, this oversize belt, and these chunky gold earrings.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Here, too, is a nice study of the scale of oversize chintz roses and tiebacks, right for the height of the windows.
    — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 9 Aug. 2021
  • Fit is easy in this case, simply size up as needed and embrace the oversize look once the bump is gone.
    — Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2022
  • The trendy oversize style will pair perfectly with your go-to white tank top and a chic pair of studded jeans.
    — Erin Parker, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2024
  • This means the moon at the right location would be inside the oversize Earth.
    — Rhett Allain, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2024

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