as in ton
a considerable amount
dozens of new songs were auditioned and rejected
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Recent Examples of dozen
Continue reading … TOXIC FALLOUT — Deadly refinery chemical release kills workers as dozens seek care and questions mount.
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FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The event features several dozen vendors with handmade crafts and supplies, such as artisan wool, demonstrations on wool spinning and rug weaving and workshops on crocheting to broom making.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
Many passengers want to sample every dish and drink that’s served aboard the Aqua and with over a dozen cafés, bars, and restaurants, there’s no shortage of venues to try.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The market typically hosts about a dozen tenants at a time, including Geno D’s Pizza, Serengeti Kitchen and The Social Cow ice cream shop.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
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FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The event features several dozen vendors with handmade crafts and supplies, such as artisan wool, demonstrations on wool spinning and rug weaving and workshops on crocheting to broom making.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
Many passengers want to sample every dish and drink that’s served aboard the Aqua and with over a dozen cafés, bars, and restaurants, there’s no shortage of venues to try.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The market typically hosts about a dozen tenants at a time, including Geno D’s Pizza, Serengeti Kitchen and The Social Cow ice cream shop.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dozen
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Next to it is a giant Goliath crane, which can lift up to 30,000 tons in a single heave; a gleaming white Royal Caribbean cruise ship sits just a few docks away.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Denver clearly knows the school well and will have seen a ton of him before even digging into this class, having fallen in love with Barron last year.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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During construction, this plate is embedded into the concrete foundation to distribute design loads to the civil structure while ensuring the alignment of the plant’s mechanical systems.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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Einride's proprietary optimization software, Saga AI, is also being used to manage EV execution of select Amazon loads, including charging planning.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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The sentiment landed as a conclusion to a slew of examples that made the same case from different angles.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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But what a lot of people don't realize is that in Lititz, there is a place called Rock Lititz that is home to a slew of companies like Tait Global that produce sets and provide other support for live performances.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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The first 32 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft will begin primarily focused on a top tier that runs out quickly, and transition to a bunch of teams staring at the same cluster of offensive tackles, edge rushers and wide receivers.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Of course, the first three, the meanest comments of the bunch, are all solidly directed at women.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
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When, in the early nineteen-hundreds, Gibson developed the F-style flat-back, inspired by the Stradivarius violin, the idea was to produce a louder instrument that could be used for classical as well as folk music, while being assembly-line-friendly.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Today, there are hundreds of rejects packed in wood cabinets and cardboard boxes.—
Steve Hartman,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The 432-square-foot home sits on an 8,500-square-foot lot, and real estate agent Garrett Rau says the real value is the land, so the asking price is a reflection of that.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Speaking from his office on the Raleigh Studios lot in Hollywood, Lee discussed the season’s Montecito setting, the financial anxiety that drives the story and the four-legged breakout star of the show.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Norway international, considered one of the best left-footed wingers in the world, will join the team on loan through July, before signing a multi-year deal to 2029.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rohan’s view The potential Spirit deal stands in stark contrast with the US government’s 10% stake in Intel, which was a good business move for Americans.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The parking lot was surrounded by crime scene tape, and multiple evidence markers were spotted on the sidewalk near the parking lot next to a pair of sandals and piles of clothing.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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For everyone else, the towering pile of crises likely means higher food prices for the rest of the year.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Dozen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dozen. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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