as in various
being of many and various kinds
the manifold attractions of that state make it an ideal destination for a family vacation
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Recent Examples of manifold
The consequences of my father’s death were manifold.
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Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
The issues with the pilot seem to be manifold.
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Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
The reasons for this are manifold, but include the fact that the Academy’s directors’ branch, which decides on the nominations, is still predominantly male, and has historically overlooked the work of women.
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Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
Sophie is not Korean in the novels, and Bridgerton viewers are no easier to please than Halo fans, but their issues with the series are manifold and often contradictory.
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Kathryn Vanarendonk,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for manifold
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
The issues with the pilot seem to be manifold.
—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
The reasons for this are manifold, but include the fact that the Academy’s directors’ branch, which decides on the nominations, is still predominantly male, and has historically overlooked the work of women.
—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
Sophie is not Korean in the novels, and Bridgerton viewers are no easier to please than Halo fans, but their issues with the series are manifold and often contradictory.
—
Kathryn Vanarendonk,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for manifold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifold
Adjective
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His invention hasn't been implemented at any crosswalks yet, but Jung said his next step is to pilot SmartBlink with local governments in various communities.
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Shoots them off the balance, catch-and-shoot, spot ups — just in various ways.
Adjective
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Legislators need to realize that big tech is self-protective and eschews state boundaries in multifarious ways.
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Her concerts are multimedia feasts that combine these multifarious aspects, thought-provoking performances complete with sections of song, spoken word, and visual effects.
Adjective
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Simón’s new film — introspective, often visually breath-stopping, and lensed with glittering coastal beauty by cinematographer Hélène Louvart — premiered at Cannes 2025 in competition, went on to play at myriad festivals, and is only now opening in the United States from Janus Films.
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Due to his myriad health issues — including a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020 — the throne was necessary on the handful of occcasions Osbourne was able to take the stage during the last years of his life.
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“Manifold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifold. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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