several dozen

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: many : probably more than 36
She has published several dozen poems.

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Their fighting often takes the form of organized street battles in the city, sometimes involving groups of several dozen people. ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 Students there were reportedly allowed to participate in a walkout on campus, but several dozen demonstrators who left the property could face consequences, officials said. Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026 The move came after the company lost high-profile clients like Chappell Roan, John Summit and Laufey among several dozen others. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026 In addition, several dozen positions are poised to see reduced hours. Paris Barraza, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for several dozen

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