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Definition of numbersnext
plural of number
as in calculation
the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value if you believe the president's numbers, we can afford these new programs and still have tax cuts

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verb

present tense third-person singular of number

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Recent Examples of numbers
Verb
The in‑house repair team now numbers 30, supported by a Paris concierge-style service that can handle lighter fixes with a turnaround in days, a service Mothay plans to roll out to other markets, with Tokyo a likely next step. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Level99 has spent roughly four years building a corporate team that now numbers more than 100 people, something unheard of for just a three-location company. Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 22 July 2026 The collection already numbers over 3,000 titles, and donations keep arriving. Derek James, CBS News, 23 June 2026 For the country’s Jewish population, which numbers just 100, the spate of anti-Israel measures adopted by the former government contributed to a growing sense of isolation in the country. Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2026 The constellation now numbers more than 200 satellites developed in a partnership between SpaceX and Northrop Grumman. Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026 While his workforce generally numbers 160, for the Mother’s Day crush, which involved shipment of 700,000 plants, another 40 employees were hired. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 14 May 2026 Stabbing follows arson attacks Britain’s Jewish community, which numbers about 300,000 people, has faced growing attacks online and in the streets. Jill Lawless, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 The backstory Opened in December 2022, the hotel is Hilton’s first luxury property in Morocco and the first in the country for the Conrad brand, which currently numbers a benchmark of nearly 50 properties across five continents. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for numbers
Noun
  • But fewer will be able to afford the choice, especially when housing, family obligations and student debt are part of the calculation.
    Francisco Ruiz, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The former is akin to the player profits the Premier League and UEFA allow clubs to include in their SCR calculations, but the EFL’s version comes replete with crucial differences.
    Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Importantly, while only half of equity funding now counts towards a club’s SCMP figures, there is no limit on how much owners can put in.
    Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Tencent Video counts itself among China’s leading streaming platforms, carrying a broad slate of content that spans drama series, animation, film, variety programming, sports and documentaries, alongside an expanding international footprint.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Retirement income averages $531,000 and expenses average $772,000.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • The 100-year-old system averages nine breaks for every 100 miles of water main, which beats the industry average of about 12 breaks, said Graeme Chaple, distribution division manager for SPRWS.
    Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Fresno State’s Matt Entz quietly won nine games in his first year, and his resume includes two FCS national titles at North Dakota State.
    Chris Vannini, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The highlighted part of the map includes parts of the coast of Iran, Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
    August 18, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The net-positive math obviously relies heavily on ideal weather conditions and, crucially, open-air parking.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Aug. 2026
  • That distinction matters now because some policymakers and advocates are moving backward, especially in math.
    Michael Casserly, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The film tells the story behind the making of the cult classic starring Sylvester Stallone, which won the Academy Award for best picture in 1977.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Where the Tuition Money Actually Goes Sticker price tells you what a college charges.
    Scott White, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The house was built in 1977 and the living area totals 1,541 square feet.
    Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Conversely, data center circuit board feedstock contains 20% to 25% pure copper by weight.
    Rob Kaplan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The 23-year-old, whose deal contains a club option for a further year, has been followed by Hull City and clubs in Italy and Germany.
    Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

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