tens

noun

Definition of tensnext
plural of ten
as in dolls
a physically attractive person promised me that she would fix me up with a ten

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Recent Examples of tens Connecticut amassed tens of billions of dollars in pension debt by not saving for these benefits for more than seven decades prior to 2011. — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026 Summer break is officially over in Miami-Dade as tens of thousands of students get back to class for the first day of school on Thursday. — Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 The London Diamond League sells out 60,000 each year and Jamaica’s school championships always brings tens of thousands to Kingston, the two standout events and current exceptions to the rule. — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 Prosecutors believe the network collected tens of millions of dollars from foreign nationals seeking lawful permanent resident status, the Justice Department said. — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026 But pharmaceutical scientists and former regulators say those changes would likely take years and require drugmakers to spend tens of millions of dollars on new studies and manufacturing facilities. — Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026 At one point, the fires forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate — some have since returned to find treasured memories turned to ashes. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026 So, when companies that used to routinely print tens of billions in annual free cash flow start putting up immaterial sums — or even outflows — investors understandably start to be concerned. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 Microsoft has been granted property tax breaks worth tens of millions of dollars for its data center projects across metro Atlanta. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tens
  1. dolls
  2. beauties
  3. dishes
  4. lookers
  5. babes
  6. foxes
Noun
  • The Hickman Kewpies are named after a naked, smiling baby who was a favorite in a comic strip and later dolls and figurines.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Sales of Barbie dolls are also down after a pop in 2023 tied to the movie, and Mattel marketing leadership recently announced that the toy will be heavily rebranded as a fashion icon — with more clothes and accessories to accompany her on the shelf.
    — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of dolls
Noun
  • Her method for transforming your summer beauties into lasting fall and holiday decor is straightforward, requiring just a few simple steps.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026
  • California naturalist John Muir compared the two valleys’ beauties, but that was before Hetch Hetchy Valley was transformed by the O’Shaughnessy Dam into a massive reservoir.
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of beauties
Noun
  • To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Wan’s will bring back classic dishes such as Ginger Scallion Lobster, Hong Kong Chicken and Sweet & Sour Whole Snapper through Sunday.
    — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
  • There are also rotating daily specials built around classic country-cooking dishes, along with sides such as mac and cheese and vegetables.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of dishes
Noun
  • The analysis examined how many lookers pursued both living options across 50 large metropolitan areas, as well as a national benchmark.
    — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
  • The more renowned the art, the greater the number of clueless lookers, joyless collectors, donors in search of tax breaks, and steroidal museums.
    — Jackson Arn, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Definition of lookers
Noun
  • What turns him on is cryptic babes, brawling men and stagy fables of lust, rivalry and possession.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
  • Pampers Swaddlers These tried-and-true diapers, available in preemie sizes—plus larger sizes for growing babes—are a must-have for life with a newborn.
    — Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 July 2026
Definition of babes
Noun
  • Rabies is spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal, such as a groundhog, cat, fox, raccoon, skunk or bat.
    — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Fans posted videos of themselves creating the fox fur and antler headpiece Patricia wore to that party.
    — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of foxes

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