1
as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
a batch of essays to correct
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2
as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
send in the next batch of applicants
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Recent Examples of batches
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
Pierogi pillow makers trying to accommodate requests Pierozek has been buying the pillows in small batches from an online shop called Luft for the past three years.
—Kristie Keleshian, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The affidavit also references auditors who reported vote tallies during a hand count that were inconsistent with the actual number of votes in certain batches, as well as discrepancies in the county’s reported ballot totals around the recount deadline.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
Nor, on this occasion, did his multiple second-half substitutions (five in total in two batches from the 71st minute).
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Working in batches, use tongs to dip kale into tempura batter.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Making batches ahead of time to store can save you time in the morning.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Repeat with remaining batter, working in batches and adding more oil to pan between batches as needed.
—Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
While the three proofs won't necessarily be sold as a set, this release does not follow typical state allocation practices, and the brand emphasized that all three batches will be equally represented across 36 markets nationwide, giving consumers the opportunity to experience the trio.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
For less than $20, the airtight system helps keep batches fresh for an entire week without browning (yes, really), saving you time, money, and hassle.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
Pierogi pillow makers trying to accommodate requests Pierozek has been buying the pillows in small batches from an online shop called Luft for the past three years.
—Kristie Keleshian, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The affidavit also references auditors who reported vote tallies during a hand count that were inconsistent with the actual number of votes in certain batches, as well as discrepancies in the county’s reported ballot totals around the recount deadline.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
Nor, on this occasion, did his multiple second-half substitutions (five in total in two batches from the 71st minute).
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Working in batches, use tongs to dip kale into tempura batter.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Making batches ahead of time to store can save you time in the morning.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Repeat with remaining batter, working in batches and adding more oil to pan between batches as needed.
—Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
While the three proofs won't necessarily be sold as a set, this release does not follow typical state allocation practices, and the brand emphasized that all three batches will be equally represented across 36 markets nationwide, giving consumers the opportunity to experience the trio.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for batches
Noun
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Best of all is the installation-style curation, with paintings surrounded by clusters of artifacts from the same period.—
Clodagh Kinsella,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Sweet alyssum has clusters of flowers with a honey fragrance, and pollinators adore it.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Human Artistry Campaign, a coalition of artists’ rights groups affiliated with the Hollywood unions, also spoke out against the AI model on Friday.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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That means looking at the medications’ use and potential impact across various sports and groups of people, Mandelbaum says.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Each team received their shipment of logo balls several weeks ago from the Wilson factory so that equipment managers would be able to properly prepare the footballs for their respective offenses.—
Kristi Scales
Jan. 5,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Jan. 2026
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Place balls 3 inches apart on 3 large baking sheets lined with parchment paper (about 12 cookies per sheet).—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
27 Nov. 2025
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The decade-and-a-half-old Eckhaus Latta reflects a larger shift in what was once called hipster culture, from what the warm, cuddly and whimsical (early Eckhaus Latta collections were filled with colorful, easy knits and denim) to something hard and even chic.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Does the city respond that the extra costs associated with hosting the Olympics far exceed the marginal increase in tax collections?—
Susan Shelley,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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These linear groupings offer tangible proof of the cosmic web's intricate design, especially its more subtle strands.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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
Noun
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Community opposition has delayed, threatened or led to the cancellation of projects to build new transmission lines, solar arrays, windmills, and battery storage facilities.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2026
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Given the enormous energy needs of AI and limits on available land for placing massive arrays of solar panels—not to mention all the red tape—building new AI data centers will be much cheaper in orbit, where solar panels are five times more effective than on the ground.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While eternity bands aren’t as common as solitaire styles (featuring one prominent gem), Bessette was in good company with her ring.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
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As marching bands passed by, the music echoing through the city streets, people danced and cheered.—
Sara Cline,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Batches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batches. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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