1
as in combined
used or done by a number of people as a group
multiple ownership of a vacation condo
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2
as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number
the multiple achievements of her long career in public service
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Recent Examples of multiple
The fatal crash, which authorities said involved multiple experienced jumpers, shocked the skydiving community.
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Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The 682-mile route runs multiple times per day between Boston and Newport News, Virginia, connecting key stops like New York and Philadelphia along the way.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2026
Aerial images revealed flames rapidly consuming multiple acres of land, with one section burning perilously close to a group of power lines.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 15 June 2026
The six-week trial concluded in March after testimony from multiple accusers and presentation of evidence, including messages, images and videos from Høiby’s cellphone.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
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Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The 682-mile route runs multiple times per day between Boston and Newport News, Virginia, connecting key stops like New York and Philadelphia along the way.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2026
Aerial images revealed flames rapidly consuming multiple acres of land, with one section burning perilously close to a group of power lines.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 15 June 2026
The six-week trial concluded in March after testimony from multiple accusers and presentation of evidence, including messages, images and videos from Høiby’s cellphone.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multiple
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With the two combined deals, the base value is $35 million over four years.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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Authorities are offering a combined reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to arrests.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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Google no longer uses an unmodified version of Android on its phones—the Pixel build includes numerous features that are distinct from Android 17 itself.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 June 2026
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Their parents have since filed numerous lawsuits against Camp Mystic, accusing the family who runs it of gross negligence and a failure to take commonsense measures that could have saved their children’s lives.—
Karen Valby,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
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Japan scrambled jets late Tuesday to monitor Russian and Chinese air forces conducting joint patrols around the country.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
11 Dec. 2025
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Primarily spread to humans from mosquitoes, the chikungunya virus can cause a variety of symptoms from fever to joint pain.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Dec. 2025
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Led by star quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who many believe could be the top overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Hoosiers are a legitimate national championship contender.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
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Officials said many of the apartments were without smoke detectors.—
Jennifer Bisram,
CBS News,
9 Dec. 2025
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Towns called it a collective joy when the Spurs failed to score on the final possession.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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The property is famous for thermal baths fed by a spring discovered by medieval hunters, and holds six collective Michelin stars across its restaurants.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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Brianna and Kierianna Long now face several charges in connection with the May 30 incident, including assault with intent to murder, assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assault with a dangerous weapon, according to local reports.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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In several photos and videos posted on social media, the 30-year-old can be seen descending the sheer face of the crater and gripping handholds while performing various acrobatic tricks before falling into the volcanic waters below.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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The collaborative works with young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are at risk for being part of a gang, being involved in violence or with the criminal justice system.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2026
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Prior to Khy’s refresh, the brand partnered with the likes of Frankies Bikinis and other labels for collaborative capsules and collections.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin have signed a mutual defense pact, and North Korea has sent soldiers, artillery ammunition and missiles to Russia to support Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
12 Dec. 2025
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Although Will Stein is on the other side of the Battle of the Bluegrass rivalry now, there’s still a mutual — albeit maybe muted — love on both sides for him, our Alexis Cubit reports.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
12 Dec. 2025
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“Multiple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multiple. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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