as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number
a journey of many miles begins with a single step
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Recent Examples of many
Joel Rose, NPR, 6 June 2025
However, despite posing a risk, many of these substances are not currently controlled by the Controlled Substances Act.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Ditch denim for these alternative styles that are cooling and so easy to wear to all of your summer activities — especially while many of our picks are going for can’t-beat prices during Memorial Day weekend.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 26 May 2025
The season 2 ending's flashback indicates season 3 will be taking a similar approach, meaning many of the characters that died already will come back in various capacities.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 26 May 2025
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Adjective
Walking into many of the nation's air traffic control towers is like stepping back in time.
—Joel Rose, NPR, 6 June 2025
However, despite posing a risk, many of these substances are not currently controlled by the Controlled Substances Act.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Ditch denim for these alternative styles that are cooling and so easy to wear to all of your summer activities — especially while many of our picks are going for can’t-beat prices during Memorial Day weekend.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 26 May 2025
The season 2 ending's flashback indicates season 3 will be taking a similar approach, meaning many of the characters that died already will come back in various capacities.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for many
Adjective
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The election of Donald Trump and his administration’s strong stance against DEI programs have caused numerous corporations, like Target, to reexamine internal policies that might bring down the government’s wrath.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Cyrus released numerous albums as Hannah Montana as well.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Going forward, the software upgrades will be named after the year, rather than taking the number after that of the previous release.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The numbers were leaked to the paper by former Kennedy Center employees and confirmed by a current staff member, who asked to remain anonymous out of fear of retribution.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Jones was booked at the Kenton County jail and faces multiple charges, including alcohol intoxication in a public place, disorderly conduct, and assault of a police officer or a probation officer.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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With this in mind, Marsh noted that her firm has been retained by multiple schools over the past two years to conduct Title IX risk assessments.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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The demonstrations in Los Angeles began with a few hundred people on Friday and swelled by Sunday to thousands who blocked a major freeway and set several self-driving cars on fire.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 June 2025
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Austrian state police said earlier on social media that there had been several fatalities at the school, the BORG Dreierschützengasse.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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Its special appeal lies not in overt complexity but in its unwavering consistency and broad appeal, serving as a significant gateway for countless consumers entering the world of tequila.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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And the annals of cinema are filled with countless iconic examples, from Cary Grant in North by Northwest to Tom Cruise in Risky Business to Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith in Men in Black.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
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“Many.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/many. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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