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as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a batch of essays to correct
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as in group
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
send in the next batch of applicants
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Recent Examples of batch
Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Chinese robotics player Dobot has launched the third batch of its full-size industrial humanoid robot, Atom.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 26 Nov. 2025
Just batch the drink, dilute it slightly with water (which would normally come from shaking or stirring), and pop it in the freezer.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Brian McCollum The latest batch of metro Detroit concerts includes a host of shows going on sale this week.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Chinese robotics player Dobot has launched the third batch of its full-size industrial humanoid robot, Atom.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Monslow said his Sacred Leaf locations maintain COAs (certificates of analysis that verify lab testing and cannabinoid levels), clear labeling and batch tracking — measures designed to demonstrate transparency and accountability to customers.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 26 Nov. 2025
Just batch the drink, dilute it slightly with water (which would normally come from shaking or stirring), and pop it in the freezer.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for batch
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Instead, on a variety of cosmic scales, from the insides of individual galaxies to groups and clusters of galaxies all the way up to the largest filamentary structures of all, an additional source of gravity is required.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Cherry angiomas are harmless, non-cancerous clusters of tiny blood vessels that appear as small, bright red spots on the skin.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2026
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Much of the group later dispersed after they were threatened with arrest by local law enforcement for blocking the road.—
KIMBERLEE KRUESI,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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At present, the United States has one carrier group, and multiple other assets, many easily tracked by open-source monitoring.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Gloves that are too large may slip or bunch up, while gloves that are too tight can feel restrictive and uncomfortable.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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In particular, the edges of the sheets tend to bunch together.—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2026
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Last week, Moncler Grenoble unveiled its Fall 2026 collection in Aspen, Colorado, marking the first American ski destination show for the Italian brand.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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In December, the EPA approved a $315 million loan for the city of Fort Worth to upgrade wastewater collection and treatment under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act program.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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For example, of 11 S&P 500 sectors – groupings of stocks according to industry and function – three are reporting an increase in net profit margin in the final three months of 2025 compared to the fourth quarter 2024.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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With five defensive backs on the field most of the time, Patterson’s scheme is intended to adjust to any offense, allowing for his defense to limit substitutions and match up against most personnel groupings.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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These are the romance movies that lean into big emotions, meaningful connections, and the kind of love that lingers long after the credits roll — and will likely leave you balling your eyes out.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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The leaders on the team can ball, too.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
23 Jan. 2026
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But beyond aesthetics, they’re also lauded for their versatility with a vast array of species available to suit a plethora of styles, environments, and maintenance levels, says Elin Harryson, plant expert for Planta.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 Feb. 2026
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Like his wife, Brolin has earned an array of awards and recognition for his decade-spanning career as an actor and director.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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DJs, bands, stilt walkers, food trucks and displays for photo ops are part of the event.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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At night, guests can dance barefoot in the sand to DJs, bands, and sunsets.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Batch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batch. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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