1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a batch of essays to correct
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2
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
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
Better Buzz San Diego’s favorite small-batch coffee outfit has officially arrived in Santa Ana, serving the Floral Park and Washington Square neighborhoods.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
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
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Noun
Similarly, Thomas Stege Bojer, the founder of the men’s wear and denim blog, Denimhunters, has spun his love for all things indigo to a new small batch jean brand called Weirloom.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
Better Buzz San Diego’s favorite small-batch coffee outfit has officially arrived in Santa Ana, serving the Floral Park and Washington Square neighborhoods.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
Roadie offers multi-stop and batch deliveries that can take drivers hours to complete and can span large distances.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 3 Dec. 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for batch
Noun
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The ever-popular Joshua Tree Coffee Company is nearby as well, alongside a cluster of vintage shops and art spaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Our Local Group — like all galaxy groups and galaxy clusters — will experience this, eventually creating a super-galaxy known as Milkdromeda.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Penge was in the last group Thursday and was on the 10th hole when play was suspended because of darkness.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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In terms of broader wellness offerings, the property has complimentary bikes for cruising around the neighborhood, group meditation and sound bath sessions, morning yoga, and Sunday hikes to Tahquitz Canyon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The way draperies naturally bunch and undulate is a perfect example of how material or application can contrast the sharp lines.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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The field is tightly bunched, with just over a second separating the top 10.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And will fans of her little line recognize her in tomorrow’s Marni collection?—
Nicole Phelps,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
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If your style leans minimalist and modern, these monochrome options will make an elegant addition to your serveware collection.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The grouping prompted a closer look, and data from three powerful instruments revealed faint light emitting around the clusters — clear evidence of an underlying galaxy.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Feb. 2026
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Malinin stuck a double loop instead of a quadruple, groupings of four now evading him at every turn.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Both teams sport sinker-balling lefties with great track records as their second in command.—
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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To test if soil is loamy, take a fistful with a gloved hand and ball it up in your palm.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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He was convicted in 2024 on an array of drug and weapons charges related to his leadership role in the cartel and is serving a life sentence.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Bumblebees are a common sight among the tubular blooms, along with an array of butterflies and other pollinators.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Also receiving two nominations is a pair of San Diego bands that are both veteran national concert attractions, Pierce The Veil and Slightly Stoopid.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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Liu’s hair is horizontally striped like a raccoon tail, alternating between bands of dark brunette and blond.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Batch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batch. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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