math

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noun

math

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abbreviation

Examples of math in a Sentence

Noun I did the math, and we can't afford to keep spending like this
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Both tea groups performed better on the math puzzles than the hot water group.2 Because hojicha tea contains relatively little caffeine, scientists theorized that this benefit may actually be due to compounds found in its aroma.2 2. Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025 The national erosion of math skills could cost hundreds of billions in future earnings. Marielys Divanne, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025 Instead, Jaime Escalante (Edward James Olmos) teaches in a fast food worker uniform and inspires with math problems about gigolos. Michelle Kung, EW.com, 18 Aug. 2025 Coding simple programs, solving standard math problems, even designing basic websites — AI can already do these things faster, cheaper, and often better than most humans. Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for math

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of math was circa 1847

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“Math.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/math. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.

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