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adjective

ˈme-nē How to pronounce many (audio)
Definition of manynext
as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number a journey of many miles begins with a single step

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noun

as in number

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Recent Examples of many
Adjective
Outside of her contributions to StyleCaster, Jessie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Journalism and has spent over a decade covering shopping articles for many top lifestyle publications, including PEOPLE, InStyle, Glamour, and more. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2026 For many women, managing menopause at work isn’t about one dramatic hot flash. — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2026 Most will go on to college, many at public universities, some at Christian colleges. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026 While many travelers prefer to arrive before the holiday, experts say flying on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day can mean lower demand and lower ticket prices. — Joshua Sidorowicz, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for many
Recent Examples of Synonyms for many
  1. numerous
  2. number
  3. multiple
  4. several
  5. countless
Adjective
  • Only with the advent of more powerful batteries could transmission lines be extended, leading to the steady rolling out of wiring across numerous rail networks in the early 1840s.
    — Mike McRae October 15, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Having dressed numerous actresses throughout her career, Chiuri sees a shift in red carpet culture toward individualized creations and, more recently, greater restraint.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of numerous
Noun
  • There’s not an exact count of the number of local regulations and ordinances that have been passed since robotaxis have gone mainstream.
    — Andrew Hawkins, The Verge, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Tesla's third-quarter delivery numbers declined 2% from the year prior but nevertheless topped estimates, sending the stock surging.
    — Caleigh Keating, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of number
Adjective
  • Each reactor is designed to generate 80 MW of electricity, allowing multiple units to be combined to meet larger power requirements.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
  • In this way, multiple solutions to a wave equation can be added together, and the result will still be a solution of the same equation.
    — Philipp Strasberg, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of multiple
Adjective
  • The drills include amphibious landing, air and missile defense and mine sweeping, as well as intelligence gathering, logistics and resupply and casualty evacuation on several remote islands, including Tanegashima.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The state had planned to phase in its school-funding formula over several years, so the $700 million gap can’t simply be blamed on EdChoice.
    — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of several
Adjective
  • Each time a shutter fires, and each time a tire squeals, involves countless pieces working together to deliver a smooth outcome.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
  • But, as Moore noted, countless airports around the world have figured out how to get the job done.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of countless

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“Many.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/many. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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