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as in tallies
a total number obtained or recorded by noting each thing as it was being added
my count for the number of bird species and subspecies that visited the sanctuary that weekend was 43
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as in indictments
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
she's been charged with two counts of larceny
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as in tells
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 matters
to be of importance
punctuality and a neat appearance count during a job interview
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as in relies
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 counts
Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
The man was convicted of three counts of murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in 2023.
—Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
In April 2023, Kendra pleaded guilty to two stalking counts (in exchange for her plea, the other charges against her were dismissed).
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Trout has gotten into two-strike counts in 74% of his plate appearances in August, which is the highest percentage for any month of his career.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
He was also found not guilty on six counts of lying to Congress in 2012.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
To replicate the buttery soft feeling of five-star hotel bedding, look for sheets made from cotton, linen, or bamboo with thread counts in this same range.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
Los Angeles County Superior Court documents show he has been charged with four felonies — three counts of battery on a policy officer and one count of resisting arrest.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 26 Aug. 2025
Rather, the team needed to be adaptable — to ensure damage early in counts while not giving anything away once the count got to two strikes.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Every view counts toward your content reach.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And for this list, that’s what counts.
—Quispe López, Them., 29 Aug. 2025
Again, the new rules do not change what counts as income or how tax is calculated.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2025
According to school officials, doctor’s notes are now accepted, but chronic absenteeism still counts.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Aug. 2025
Farmers serves about 10 million households around the country and counts 19 million insurance policies nationwide, according to Insurance Business Mag, covering vehicles, homes, life, and commercial activities.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
The film counts among its executive producers Adam McKay, the Oscar-winning filmmaker, and Steve Kerr, the NBA champion player and coach who lost his father to gun violence.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Risch is seeking reelection in the Senate and counts Trump’s endorsement in his bid for a fourth term.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 26 Aug. 2025
Noun
In August 2019, the Chrisleys were indicted by a federal grand jury on 12 counts of bank and wire fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
The man was convicted of three counts of murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in 2023.
—Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
In April 2023, Kendra pleaded guilty to two stalking counts (in exchange for her plea, the other charges against her were dismissed).
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Trout has gotten into two-strike counts in 74% of his plate appearances in August, which is the highest percentage for any month of his career.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
He was also found not guilty on six counts of lying to Congress in 2012.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
To replicate the buttery soft feeling of five-star hotel bedding, look for sheets made from cotton, linen, or bamboo with thread counts in this same range.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
Los Angeles County Superior Court documents show he has been charged with four felonies — three counts of battery on a policy officer and one count of resisting arrest.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 26 Aug. 2025
Rather, the team needed to be adaptable — to ensure damage early in counts while not giving anything away once the count got to two strikes.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
The Democrats who voted no or did not vote, which counts as a no vote, were Blanca Pacheco, of Downey, John Harabedian, of Pasadena, and Diane Papan, of San Mateo.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Every view counts toward your content reach.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And for this list, that’s what counts.
—Quispe López, Them., 29 Aug. 2025
Again, the new rules do not change what counts as income or how tax is calculated.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2025
According to school officials, doctor’s notes are now accepted, but chronic absenteeism still counts.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Aug. 2025
Farmers serves about 10 million households around the country and counts 19 million insurance policies nationwide, according to Insurance Business Mag, covering vehicles, homes, life, and commercial activities.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
The film counts among its executive producers Adam McKay, the Oscar-winning filmmaker, and Steve Kerr, the NBA champion player and coach who lost his father to gun violence.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Risch is seeking reelection in the Senate and counts Trump’s endorsement in his bid for a fourth term.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counts
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Sextortion cases have led to at least 30 deaths by suicides, according to the tallies done by USA Today's in-depth reporting on the topic.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Sour and Guts regularly hold inside the top 40 across a number of tallies, with sales and streams keeping them present nearly every week.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In each case, magistrate judges had already found probable cause to proceed with the charges forward, yet jurors opted not to return indictments.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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But grand juries have declined to return indictments a handful of times in recent weeks in Washington — a potential sign of residents’ frustration with the ongoing law enforcement operation that has led to federal charges in many cases that would typically be handled in local court.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The movie tells the true story of Joe Scaravella, played by actor-producer Vince Vaughn, his restaurant Enoteca Maria and its staff of nonnas.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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That’s the only thing that matters.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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This framework helps teams identify where AI adds value and where human insight still matters most.—
Brad Rencher,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Strategists have warned that redistricting could ultimately make Congress more partisan and eliminate centrist members, many of whom each party relies on to help find common ground and unite against contentious legislation.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Sep. 2025
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For anybody familiar with André’s comedy, which relies on the shocking and the absurd, all of this makes sense.—
Chris Almeida,
New Yorker,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Now, with the effects of stronger storms and aging infrastructure, the government considers that more homes have a higher potential of flooding.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Sep. 2025
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Today is what the brand considers its annual holiday, with a community event and pop-up in NYC.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments!—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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Defensively, the Horned Frogs were dominant, with multiple defensive scores and three-and-outs.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The local jurisdiction is reportedly pursuing any criminal charges against Francisco for killing Camacho, according to a statement from DHS.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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The charges include attempting to influence a public servant, conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation and first-degree official misconduct.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Counts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counts. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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