mul·ti·ply
ˈməl-tə-ˌplī 
multiplied; multiplying
2
a
: to find the product of by multiplication
multiply 7 and 8
b
: to use as a multiplicand in multiplication with another number
multiply 7 by 8
2
: to perform multiplication
mul·ti·ply
ˈməl-tə-plē
: in a multiple manner : in several ways
multiply talented children
mul·ti-ply
ˌməl-tē-ˈplī
-ˌtī-
: composed of several plies
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Examples of multiply in a Sentence
Verb
Complaints about the new procedure soon multiplied.
Her responsibilities multiplied when she was promoted.
Her responsibilities were multiplied by the promotion.
The bacteria multiply rapidly in warm, moist conditions.
The teacher taught the children how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
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Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
Lies and propaganda about presidential candidates' stances, voting system security and the integrity of American democracy are multiplying ahead of Election Day.
—Sam Sabin, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Brin Snelling, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Like all the showgirls before and after her, Mendoza was multiply talented, using her energy and artistic vision to deliver awe-inspiring performances for her audience.
—Nicole Froio, refinery29.com, 24 Sep. 2024
Molly Allen, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2024
Rolls of hanji in every texture, color and thickness line the walls of the two-story space, ranging from smooth letter-sized pages to premium multi-ply options.
—Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2023
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Verb
Illinois has the most local governments in the nation, multiplying the chances for corruption
Illinois’ arcane ballot rules turn politics into a blood sport where only the most powerful and savvy survive
Chicago police bet big on pricey surveillance cameras.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
Lies and propaganda about presidential candidates' stances, voting system security and the integrity of American democracy are multiplying ahead of Election Day.
—Sam Sabin, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Adverb
The rise of community-centric fitness brands reflects a more significant shift toward wellness and social connection, especially as fitness concepts multiply across the US market.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Like all the showgirls before and after her, Mendoza was multiply talented, using her energy and artistic vision to deliver awe-inspiring performances for her audience.
—Nicole Froio, refinery29.com, 24 Sep. 2024
Adjective
They are constructed of multi-ply stainless steel, or stainless steel with aluminum, but do not have a specific nonstick coating.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2024
Rolls of hanji in every texture, color and thickness line the walls of the two-story space, ranging from smooth letter-sized pages to premium multi-ply options.
—Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2023
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“Multiply.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multiply. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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