as in significant
having great meaning or lasting effect
actually, nothing much changed
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as in very
to a great degree
much gratified by the favorable response to her novel
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2
as in highly
to a large extent or degree
the new decorations made me much happier
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3
as in almost
very close to but not completely
today the old neighborhood looks much as it did years ago
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4
as in often
many times
I don't do that much anymore
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5
as in about
close to but not exactly
he behaves much the same as I did at that age
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as in plenty
a considerable amount
much of what people think they know about words is inaccurate or downright false
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Recent Examples of much
Robin Daniels, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Having too much depth is never a thing for a Super Bowl contender.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
Marni Jameson, Arkansas Online, 23 May 2025
After nearly a decade there, I got offered a job in Miami, and accepted it without thinking too much about it.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
Ji-Young doesn’t have to do much, and all those moments are there.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 23 Feb. 2024
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Adjective
Too much emphasis on targets (without regard for context or individual contributions) can cause pressure, fear and burnout.
—Robin Daniels, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Having too much depth is never a thing for a Super Bowl contender.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
Adverb
Although lovely, these chairs are not a style that is much in demand today.
—Marni Jameson, Arkansas Online, 23 May 2025
After nearly a decade there, I got offered a job in Miami, and accepted it without thinking too much about it.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Noun
The best part about the Pines is there is no pressure to do much, and there is anything and everything at your fingertips.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
Ji-Young doesn’t have to do much, and all those moments are there.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 23 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for much
Adjective
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The storms have brought significant thunder and lightning but generally have been accompanied by light rainfall, a tenth of an inch or less.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Uzbekistan is making significant progress toward World Trade Organization accession (a game changer for its international trade aspirations), and its digital economy, underpinned by compelling tax and regulatory incentives, is achieving exponential growth.—
Djasur Djumaev,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Adverb
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Every department, every person in the show, every actor is just bringing it to the very last take to the very last minute.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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At the very least, that is something that could change moving forward.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
26 May 2025
Adverb
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Orcas are highly social ocean predators that live and travel in groups, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
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One of the best parts is that the work is highly personalized, which is something pages of online info lack.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
Adverb
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But those outings were not as extensive as the forthcoming one, which he almost felt called to do.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
28 May 2025
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Even department stores now are almost becoming a relic of the past.—
Katherine Turman,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
Adverb
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While executives often attend online events, actors tend to network through in-person classes and on-set experiences.—
Stacey Stratton,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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This card often arrives when a cycle of surrender is necessary.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
Adverb
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Train service was delayed about 20 minutes after about 50 people blocked southbound and northbound trains at Washington Boulevard and Maple Avenue at midnight, said Jose Ubaldo, a Metro spokesperson.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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His scheme lasted nearly 20 years and involved about $325 million, the DOJ previously said.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Make paper copies of important documents such as birth certificates and insurance policies.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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That stuff is important for screening purposes, but can cause a lot of unnecessary anxiety.—
Mathilde Ross,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
Adverb
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Continuing with her streak of daring silhouettes, the performer took the stage in a black textured jumpsuit with a completely open back that sat extremely low on her hips.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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With extremely long battery life, this is a productivity portable that will get you through an entire day on the go, and the keyboard is a pleasure to use.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2025
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“Much.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/much. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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