as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number
a journey of many miles begins with a single step
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Recent Examples of many
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
From the funding freeze to the federal worker buyout, judges have put many of the administration’s early executive actions on hold.
—Josh Robbins, National Review, 2 Mar. 2025
Sprinter service began in 2008 and over time has brought many new passengers to the district.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
Local real estate agent Wayne Lyle, who like many of his neighbors has dual U.S.-Canadian citizenship, said some of Point Roberts’ roughly 1,000 residents are signing a petition pleading with British Columbia’s premier for an exemption to whatever retaliatory tariffs Canada may institute.
—Dee-Ann Durbin and Sally Ho, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
In January, journalist Sarah Hagi unearthed Gascón's old X posts, which critiqued many minority groups.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
From the funding freeze to the federal worker buyout, judges have put many of the administration’s early executive actions on hold.
—Josh Robbins, National Review, 2 Mar. 2025
Sprinter service began in 2008 and over time has brought many new passengers to the district.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
Local real estate agent Wayne Lyle, who like many of his neighbors has dual U.S.-Canadian citizenship, said some of Point Roberts’ roughly 1,000 residents are signing a petition pleading with British Columbia’s premier for an exemption to whatever retaliatory tariffs Canada may institute.
—Dee-Ann Durbin and Sally Ho, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for many
Adjective
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Eight people died in the interstate pile-up, and numerous injuries were reported, the Kansas Highway Patrol said Saturday.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2025
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Still, examples of talented women overcoming gender biases in reaching the upper echelons of the 20th century fine art world are far less numerous than the other way around.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Eating invasive species can help protect native wildlife by reducing the numbers and limiting the damage these species cause to ecosystems, FWS spokesperson Erin Huggins wrote in her list, which was published on the agency's website.—
Peter Burke,
Fox News,
18 Mar. 2025
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The food: Bakehouse offers French baked goods, but became a viral sensation for its sourdough egg tarts — so much so the company had to limit the number of tarts each customer could buy.—
Abid Rahman,
The Hollywood Reporter,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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By contrast, a portfolio approach recognizes that businesses need to invest in multiple time horizons at once.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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In some cases, this may require taking B12 supplements multiple times a day, such as in the morning and afternoon, to maximize absorption.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Limitations and Areas for Improvement Despite the positive results, the study identified several limitations.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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With more than two decades of experience, Ludgrove has held several senior roles in the industry.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There are seemingly countless hamlets and villages, a few highlights including Avignon, Roussillon, and Gordes.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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After decades of early mornings, late nights and countless sacrifices to build their dream, entrepreneurs often imagine their exit day as a moment of pure triumph.—
Rem Oculee,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Many.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/many. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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