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Recent Examples of amountThe breakthrough came when the researchers introduced a minute amount of ordinary salt at a critical stage in the process, which triggered the metal to wrap around the template instead of spreading out, enabling the formation of stable nanotube shells.—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025 The cost of implementing those incentives — the amount of revenue the state stands to lose — remains an open question, some said.—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 9 Nov. 2025 Adding just the right amount makes all the difference.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025 Although generally Château D’Issan’s flagship bottling is a blend of 65 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 35 percent Merlot (the exact percentage varies slightly year-to-year) this new plot offered its owner and winemaking team a rare opportunity to introduce small amounts of these three into the mix.—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for amount
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amount
quantity
Noun
But there’s no indication of the quantity of drugs seized in these incidents.
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Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
Program documents also note that costs could fall if production quantities grow.
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