plurality

noun

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Recent Examples of plurality One is conventional, covering plurality of views in news media, which here means CNN International and Channel 5 arriving under a single owner. — Maureen Kerr, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026 This plurality of approaches reflects an open-minded, open-hearted ethos. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026 Jake’s analysis found that the UK’s intervention may run all summer, with media plurality issues around news plus kids’ channels portfolios in the spotlight. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 July 2026 Steyer, the more progressive Democrat, captured the plurality of votes in several parts of San Diego city. — Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for plurality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plurality
  1. loads
  2. majority
  3. profusion
  4. wealth
  5. preponderance
  6. abundance
  7. heap
Noun
  • The team must improve the fabrication process, scale up the laser power, and determine whether the ceramic waveguides can maintain their optical performance under much higher loads.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The rocket planes tested reaction-control systems for maneuvering where the air was too thin for normal aerodynamic controls, while gathering data on heating, stability, structural loads, human performance and piloting techniques during reentry.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of loads
Noun
  • For Buttigieg and other potential contenders, winning the support of this group that makes up a majority of South Carolina’s Democratic electorate is essential.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • After another sluggish start by the first five, coach Natalie Nakase handed the reins over to her reserves for the majority of the second half.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of majority
Noun
  • After all, the university’s magnetic pull depends on its being embedded in a global metropolis with its profusion of experts, employers, and opportunities.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 19 Aug. 2026
  • In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, ‘Millenium’ allium, ‘Cinderella’ milkweed, and clary sage.
    — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026
Definition of profusion
Noun
  • With median monthly costs around $4,800 to buy versus $2,800 to rent, experts say disciplined renters can invest the difference and potentially reach homeownership — or long-term wealth — faster.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • And now, his wealth is taking him to the world of professional sports.
    — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of wealth
Noun
  • Training camp has already offered clues, considering Epps has played the preponderance of first-team snaps in nickel.
    — Zach Berman, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Across Mesoamerica, archaeologists had unearthed a preponderance of toad artifacts, including detailed depictions of the parotid glands (located at the top of the neck) in which toads produce their defense toxins.
    — Kimon de Greef, Longreads, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of preponderance
Noun
  • The seven garden squares provide an abundance of green space, creating a tranquil setting just moments from Sloane Square, King’s Road, and Belgravia.
    — Nick Scott, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Their abundance can initially make the Arctic seem limitless.
    — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of abundance
Noun
  • Still, Watts offered a generous heap of the powder to Sinclair, who readily accepted.
    — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Another day, another data center controversy to add to the ever-growing heap.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of heap

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“Plurality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plurality. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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