bunches 1 of 2

plural of bunch
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as in loads
a considerable amount I have a bunch of thoughts on the matter, so grab a notepad

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bunches

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verb

present tense third-person singular of bunch

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of bunches
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, 10 June 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bunches
Noun
  • Choose the size that works best for your home, all available in two-packs.
    ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Variety snack packs refer to packs of snacks with multiple flavors of chips or cookies.
    Parents, Parents, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Scattered throughout are 17 suites unfolding across the hillside in clusters of ancient stone farmhouses.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Not all of these clusters have been linked to the same source, however.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Brazilians lead the way in seven different age groups, from Philippe Coutinho at 16 all the way to Neymar aged 31.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • These groups that are coming here are coming for one reason, and that is to provoke a reaction and generate attention.
    Heath Kalb, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Rather than one long conveyor, Ford is using a new assembly tree process that splits the vehicle into three sections — front clip, rear clip, and battery deck — which enables better access so more operators can work on the vehicle at the same time.
    Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Engineers can estimate the depth of the damage using methods such as petrographic analysis – cutting thin sections from the wall and examining the microcracking under a microscope.
    Giorgia Giardina, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The type of helicopter that crashed can carry heavy loads and is commonly used in firefighting operations, with the ability to carry a more than 2,000-gallon tank.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
  • When temperatures exceed 110°F, passenger planes must consider lightening their loads.
    John Vaillant, Time, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • These are more likely to cause painless rectal bleeding or tissue that protrudes during a bowel movement.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Part of it protrudes from the exterior, with natural airflow helping keep the food inside chilled.
    Adam Williams March 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Once a week, Hall piles his three kids in the car, drives five minutes to Costco and turns into the second row of the parking lot.
    Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 30 July 2026
  • According to relationship experts at The Gottman Institute, couples who talk through those details in advance tend to adjust more smoothly and argue less about the small stuff that piles up after move-in day.
    Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
Noun
  • The second attempt in March 2021 succeeded, with images showing crowds that had gathered to witness the launch.
    Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • From electric live performances and iconic stage sets to crowds dancing under fog, these images highlight the vibrant spirit of the weekend.
    Ray Chavez, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026

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“Bunches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bunches. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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