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as in indictment
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
she's been charged with two counts of larceny
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as in to tell
to find the sum of (a collection of things) by noting each one as it is being added
count the baseball gloves in the storage locker to see if there are enough to go around
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as in to matter
to be of importance
punctuality and a neat appearance count during a job interview
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as in to rely
to place reliance or trust
I'm counting on you to show up tomorrow to help me move
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Recent Examples of count
Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 30 May 2025
The long-term outlook for gray whales in the aftermath of the 2019 to 2023 unusual mortality event saw a population loss of roughly 45% and observation scientists in southern California reported record-low calf counts earlier this year -- a cause for concern, according to scientists.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 30 May 2025
Clifford Weiler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
Sleeper sofas and trundle beds are counted in that figure, so check how many actual bedrooms there are before booking.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
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Noun
Yes, there are some geeky statistical quirks in play between the two employment counts.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 30 May 2025
The long-term outlook for gray whales in the aftermath of the 2019 to 2023 unusual mortality event saw a population loss of roughly 45% and observation scientists in southern California reported record-low calf counts earlier this year -- a cause for concern, according to scientists.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 30 May 2025
Verb
The last page has a form which, to have your protest counted, must be completed and signed in a timely fashion, and received by the city clerk via mail or personal delivery no later than the public hearing at 2 p.m. on June 9.
—Clifford Weiler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
Sleeper sofas and trundle beds are counted in that figure, so check how many actual bedrooms there are before booking.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for count
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Bouchard added another secondary helper on the McDavid-to-Draisaitl jaw-dropping tally to cap a three-point night.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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This week, the song ranks as a powerful bestseller on several Billboard tallies.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
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The lawsuit, first reported by Politico on Tuesday, seeks $3.4 million that the mayor has been denied by the CFB, which has cited Adams’ five-count federal indictment in its decisions.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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In Phan’s indictment, prosecutors wrote the tank he’s accused of trying to burn is owned by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, which is headquartered in Michigan.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Her aunt would often call Valdes’ mom from Florida, telling her their family would be safer here.—
Clara-Sophia Daly,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
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Burt Reynolds told Business Insider in 2016 that, like Pacino, he was offered and turned down the part.—
Mike Miller Published,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Versatile and relentless styles The systems aren’t necessarily identical, and that doesn’t really matter.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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By leveraging the right tools for your organization, your team can streamline workflows, foster collaboration and focus on what matters most: delivering impactful, high-quality work.—
Andrea Ruskin,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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No matter the product, companies can no longer rely exclusively on manufacturing in a single country.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Our goal is a safe and welcoming environment for everyone relying on public transportation.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
Verb
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In addition, a Nissan spokesman confirmed that the company is considering offering EREV options in its mid-size and larger SUVs.—
Joe D'Allegro,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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The Mark Twain House is reportedly considering tie-in events during the run in August.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 May 2025
Noun
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In addition to the credit score impacts, those who have defaulted on their federal student loans will likely see their wages garnished by the Department of Education.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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By 2023, The Marvels had earned the MCU its lowest box office amount and Rotten Tomatoes score, at $210 million and 62% respectively, a stark decline.—
Braedon Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Two other people were also convicted on charges related to Cowles' murder.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Key Facts Abrego Garcia is on his way back to the U.S., ABC News first reported at 3 p.m. EDT Friday citing anonymous sources, after a federal grand jury indicted him on criminal charges.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Count.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/count. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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