MAJORING (IN) Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

majoring (in)

verb

present participle of major (in)

as in searching (for)

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For people with disabilities, finding out whether a place is truly accessible can be harder than simply looking for a wheelchair symbol.

— Lauryn Higgins, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
The lawsuit says that Carney trained Hoffman as a paramedic student and worked closely with him, only finding out about his death through the news.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of finding out

Verb

Blair had tears running down her face, while her team worked to explain what happened.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026
The Saudis may also be able to procure more air defense systems from Europe and the US, after running down shipments delivered at the start of the conflict with Iran.

— Tim Lister, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of running down

Verb

On Tuesday, police are digging up the backyard of the Olney home with heavy equipment to search for human remains.

— Joe Holden, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
Adorn Your Exterior with Potted Plants and Flowers Looking to add charm without digging up your lawn?

— Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of digging up

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During the season, officials spend more than 30 hours a week studying video and the rulebook, according to the NFL.

— Preston Fore, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
Junior Kelsey Chandler, who is studying to become a private pilot, said the program has pushed her outside of her comfort zone.

— Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of studying

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The actor is partnering with Audien Hearing on a campaign about hearing health after experiencing tinnitus and hearing loss himself.

— Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Usher syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes vision loss, hearing loss and balance issues, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

— Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of hearing

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