as in amount
a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter the sum of human knowledge is now so immense that even a highly educated person can hope to absorb only a tiny quantum of it

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Recent Examples of quantum Introduction Contributing Writer June 13, 2025 fundamental physics gravity physics quantum gravity space-time theoretical physics thermodynamics All topics Isaac Newton was never entirely happy with his law of universal gravitation. George Musser, Quanta Magazine, 13 June 2025 With practical quantum computing on the horizon, security is paramount to that readiness before organizations can pave the way for innovation beyond quantum. Todd Moore, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025 His views at the time led to quantum computing stocks including Rigetti, IonQ and D-Wave Quantum plunging. Ryan Browne, CNBC, 11 June 2025 Establishing similar groups for quantum computing and other transformative technologies would be a productive next step. Robert Hormats, Time, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for quantum
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Noun
  • Don’t overdo it; a very small amount of concealer is more than enough.
    Laura Solla, Vogue, 1 July 2025
  • More specifically, the stablecoin is capable of maintaining stability by pegging its value on a 1:1 basis to an underlying asset, meaning that for every stablecoin in circulation, there is an equivalent amount of that asset held in reserve to back it.
    Priya Prakash Royal Esq. LL.M. MBA AEP TEP, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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  • Known as the enhanced supplementary leverage ratio, the measure regulates the quantity and quality of capital banks should be keeping on their balance sheets.
    Jeff Cox, CNBC, 25 June 2025
  • At least there’s quantity for a change, if not enough quality.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 24 June 2025

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