numbers 1 of 2

plural of number
as in calculation
the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value if you believe the president's numbers, we can afford these new programs and still have tax cuts

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2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of number

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Recent Examples of numbers
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France is the latest European country to formally recognize Palestine as a state, joining the United Kingdom and adding to a growing list of global nations that now numbers more than 145. Alexander Smith, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025 The death of the 2-year-old female panther marks the 13th this year for the endangered species, whose population only numbers a couple hundred, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025 The ball crew, which numbers about 300 in total, is decked out in gear from Polo Ralph Lauren, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary as the Open’s official outfitter. Sofia Chierchio, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025 What To Know South Korea's active-duty force now numbers 450,000, down by about 110,000 from 2019, with 17 divisions having been disbanded or merged. Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for numbers
Noun
  • This method gave the group a rough estimate of the entire world population without having to resort to complicated calculation methods such as integrals.
    Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2025
  • The physicist’s calculations indicate the latter scenario is likely.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Each text counts as one vote, with a limit of 10 votes per couple via SMS.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Now, the nonprofit counts around 10 staff members and has inked strategic partnerships with companies in Hong Kong and abroad for PR, production and business development.
    Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Community colleges and higher education The budget includes about $493 million in funding for community colleges in Michigan, a slight increase from the previous fiscal year, according to fiscal analyses.
    Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • That often includes making rules and policies on issues ranging from the safety of kids' toys to what Americans can watch on TV.
    Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The math problem To be sure, Dalio’s framework stresses that not all debt is created equal.
    Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
  • His mother was his Spanish study buddy, and his father helped him with math.
    Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Your mind tells you one thing while your intuition says another.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
  • So, right there that tells us a lot.
    ABC News, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The total cost to move the Old Stagecoach Heritage Oak Tree, which spans 51 inches in diameter, totals about $932,800, according to the city of Kyle.
    Jillian Frankel, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Starlink satellites to SpaceX's megaconstellation, which now totals more than 8,500 active units.
    Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Known to relieve nausea and bloating, ginger contains antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Raw dog food typically contains human-grade meat and vegetables, and it has been linked to improved digestion for canines.
    Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025

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