Definition of integernext
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as in digit
a character used to represent a mathematical value three is a positive integer

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as in object
one that has a real and independent existence an event that is seen as the point at which the gay rights movement became an integer and not just a smattering of protests

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Recent Examples of integer In 1980 Klaus von Klitzing at the Planck Institute for Solid State Research, in Stuttgart, Germany, discovered the integer quantum Hall effect. IEEE Spectrum, 13 Dec. 2025 Six-seven is just a lasso looped by fate around two adjacent integers on the number line. Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025 Algorithms are old—around 300 B.C., Euclid invented one for finding the greatest common divisor of two integers. Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025 Stuck in the Middle Erdős knew that any set of integers must contain a smaller, sum-free subset. Leila Sloman, Wired News, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for integer
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Noun
  • Part of a larger set, this data also tracks the first 95-degree day and 100-degree day, as well as how many triple-digit days the region sees each year.
    Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Local news outlet Arizona’s Family reported that temperatures in the Phoenix, Arizona, area are the warmest ever recorded this early in the year, and will likely crest triple digits at multiple points during the week.
    Owen Clarke, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The interiors are curated to perfection, with vintage objects and beautiful antiques filling the space.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The exhibition showcases more than 60 objects made of silver, gold, enamel and precious jewels from several European monarchs and rulers to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem.
    Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • That number is expected to grow and will eventually account for the cost of restocking the Pentagon’s missiles and interceptors, not to mention potential extended deployments of American service members in the region.
    Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
  • The administration cut more than 80 staffers in Near Eastern Affairs, according to numbers compiled by a State Department employee who was terminated last year.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Drivers can file a claim against the government entity that oversees the road.
    Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Newman said the city’s plans are to collaborate on the project, with the city maintaining ownership of the future parking garage and a private entity owning the apartments and commercial space.
    Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The facility would have 50-70 beds and provide treatment for people who are committed to a state institution or ordered to receive treatment for substance use disorder.
    Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Physica described the healing properties of plants, animal substances, and earthly elements.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026

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“Integer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/integer. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.

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