many a/an
idiom
formal + literary
—used with a singular noun to refer to a large number of things or people
I've been there many a time.
Many a tale was told.
Many a man has tried but few men have succeeded.
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
Of course, the idea that a bureaucracy can function as effectively as Japan’s does here is for many an idea even more fantastical than an alien invasion or superhero showdown.
—Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
Lebanon/Loretto Maker’s Mark is on many a bourbon lover’s must-see list.
—Kara Newman, AFAR Media, 19 Apr. 2025
There is also one sweet wine AOC, Muscat de Beaumes de Venise, which is a favorite with crème brulée or foie gras in many a restaurant.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
Of course, the idea that a bureaucracy can function as effectively as Japan’s does here is for many an idea even more fantastical than an alien invasion or superhero showdown.
—Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
Lebanon/Loretto Maker’s Mark is on many a bourbon lover’s must-see list.
—Kara Newman, AFAR Media, 19 Apr. 2025
There is also one sweet wine AOC, Muscat de Beaumes de Venise, which is a favorite with crème brulée or foie gras in many a restaurant.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Many a/an.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/many%20a%2Fan. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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