as in many
being of a large but indefinite number
received numerous complaints about that product
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Recent Examples of numerous
Thanks to ancient inventories, researchers have been able to discern the Parthenon’s probable interior furnishings, like numerous incense burners that would have enhanced a visitor’s sensory experience.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 May 2025
The Milford Emergency Operation’s Center received numerous calls around 6:03 p.m. on Saturday reporting a motor vehicle crash in the area of 684 Boston Post Road and the Milford Parkway, according to the Milford Fire Department.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 13 May 2025
The family was traveling in a 2012 Dodge Ram pickup truck that darted right for unknown reasons, left the road, and overturned numerous times on a dirt shoulder in the desert region, according to the Victorville Daily Press and CW affiliate KTLA.
—Jillian Frankel, People.com, 13 May 2025
Known for its extreme violence, the group has expanded into Central America and various regions in the U.S.
Law enforcement agencies have linked MS-13 to numerous violent crimes including murder, human trafficking, extortion, and drug distribution.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 May 2025
The Milford Emergency Operation’s Center received numerous calls around 6:03 p.m. on Saturday reporting a motor vehicle crash in the area of 684 Boston Post Road and the Milford Parkway, according to the Milford Fire Department.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 13 May 2025
The family was traveling in a 2012 Dodge Ram pickup truck that darted right for unknown reasons, left the road, and overturned numerous times on a dirt shoulder in the desert region, according to the Victorville Daily Press and CW affiliate KTLA.
—Jillian Frankel, People.com, 13 May 2025
Known for its extreme violence, the group has expanded into Central America and various regions in the U.S.
Law enforcement agencies have linked MS-13 to numerous violent crimes including murder, human trafficking, extortion, and drug distribution.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for numerous
Adjective
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In this environment, many physicians are looking beyond traditional solutions and embracing innovation to ensure their practices remain sustainable and focused on care.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Sullivan said many changes for the affordable housing development space haven’t come to fruition yet.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2025
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The Madrid Protocol is an international treaty that simplifies registering and managing trademarks in multiple countries.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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That's because there were periods in Church history when multiple leaders claimed to be pope at the same time, Weiss said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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McBride wrote the premiere’s cold open — in which Elijah murders a preacher while robbing his collection box, then assumes his identity — several years ago.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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People could be heard screaming and crying in the video, which appeared to show several people injured on the ground and baggage strewn about, as first responders attended to the scene.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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This week, on the Billboard charts, Cowboy Carter gains dramatically, fueled by a surge in interest, which follows extensive media coverage and countless videos and photos that have been shared by attendees.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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To find the softest mattress possible for every personal preference, our team caught countless hours of sleep and kept the below factors in mind.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 May 2025
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“Numerous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/numerous. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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