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greater

Definition

adjective: consisting of a central city and the surrounding areas that are connected with it
adjective: consisting of a central city together with adjacent areas that are naturally or administratively connected with it
always used before the name of a place
synonyms: more, major, better

Examples

This new tax affects everyone 'to a greater or lesser degree/extent'. [=to some degree/extent]
These topics need to be discussed in 'greater' [='more'] depth and at 'greater' length.
Our speed/strength/power became 'greater' (and 'greater') as we went on.

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(..) our way down to Castle Black. He drove a dagger into the walker's heart. He risked his own life to save mine more than once. He's a greater warrior than either of you will ever be. Your way down to Castle Black? Where did he kill a white walker? Where are you from? How'd you come to meet my son? (..)
2016 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Blood of My Blood Season: 6 Episode 6