batches 1 of 2

plural of batch

batches

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of batch

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of batches
Noun
Led by researcher Kalle Mertin, the team increased production to about 66 pounds (30 kilograms), around 60 times more than previous laboratory batches. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026 There have been several releases over the years, including Explorer, a 6-year-old bourbon, and multiple batches of the Legacy series, which are blends of aged whiskeys. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 If the color has changed from previous batches or the odor is unusual, don’t feed it and contact the manufacturer. Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026 Signatures for the Perkins recall were collected in two batches. Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026 If the kibble’s color looks different from previous batches or the smell seems off, Tolbert says don’t feed it and contact the manufacturer. Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026 The recall includes 132 batches of 5 mL bottles, 36 batches of the 10 mL size, and 22 batches of 15 mL — with expiration dates ranging from July 31, 2026, to February 29, 2028. Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026 The core loop is to analyze inputs, document, plan, iterate in small batches with dev testing, update documentation and control for technical debt. Oleg Lola, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Working in 5 batches, shake off excess cornmeal, and place okra in hot oil in Dutch oven. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 7 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for batches
Noun
  • But this year the shrub and tree forms, pruned and unpruned, are full of colorful clusters of blooms.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • Saggar, who is familiar with the parasite, said there could be multiple clusters involving different sources.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 11 July 2026
Noun
  • People can also learn about the breed through groups such as the Heart of America Samoyed Club — which hosts a dog show every spring — and the Samoyed Club of America, Light said.
    Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • Representatives for the American Chemistry Council and Fragrance Creators Association, other groups opposing the measure, declined to comment.
    Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Verb
  • Bassey signs, Ike balls out An hour after the Warriors officially signed reserve center Charles Bassey to a one-year deal, Graham Ike did his best to show that the backup center position should still be considered in flux.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 10 July 2026
  • The second and third outs were called third strikes, both of them initially balls before All-Star catcher Realmuto challenged through the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS), or so called robot umpires, that will be used in the regular season for the first time this year.
    CBS News, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • This summer’s edition will feature spring/summer 2027 collections, alongside a lineup of immersive activations, educational sessions, emerging designer showcases and networking opportunities.
    Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
  • That initiative came shortly after the UK announced sanctions on seven of Russia’s wealthiest oligarchs, including some with significant art collections, such as Roman Abramovich and Oleg Deripaska.
    Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 9 July 2026
Noun
  • When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026
  • These groupings leave out some players under contract in Sean Kuraly, Alex Steeves and Mikey Eyssimont.
    Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • Fatemian simply bunches each slice slightly, creating a ruffled, flower-like radish slice that is then inserted between the rest of the vegetables.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025
  • The radiation bunches up the electrons, leading to their amplifying only a specific wavelength, creating a laser beam.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 10 June 2024
Noun
  • According to McDowell, SpaceX's FCC application states that each one will weigh 4,400 to 5,500 pounds (2,000 to 2,500 kilograms) and cover an area of 3,230 to 4,300 square feet (300 to 400 square meters) with its solar arrays extended.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 9 July 2026
  • As satellite arrays became larger and more efficient, and electronics more sophisticated, orbital nuclear power systems were largely confined to exploration missions to the outer Solar System by the 1990s.
    David Szondy July 07, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
Noun
  • The brooch features a milky blue cabochon gemstone set between two bands of diamonds.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 July 2026
  • Daytime in the lush park (three hours south of Mexico City) is rich with bands playing psychedelic cumbia, Afrobeat, Latin fusion, and more, while out at night come DJs, local and imported — like this year’s Satoshi Tomiie.
    Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 July 2026

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