a unit for measuring weight that is used in the US and is equal to 907.19 kg
unusual in a way that stands out as different from the expected or typical
extremely great in extent, size, or area
the larger part or number of a given set or group
used to say that the amount mentioned might be a little more or less than the exact amount
The origin of the idiom "give or take" is rooted in its literal meaning. Its origins are not tied to a particular historical event or source, as it essentially reflects the idea of allowing for some level of flexibility or approximation when discussing numerical values. It is used to indicate a degree of flexibility or approximation in numerical values. The phrase suggests that the specified quantity can be somewhat more or less than the exact figure provided.
used to refer to an estimated or approximate amount, quantity, or range of something
to a large extent
very large in size
used to express an estimated number, time, or value
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