Definition of quantitynext
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a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter they prepared a huge quantity of mashed potatoes for the feast

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Recent Examples of quantity The assistant could analyze a photo of a pallet of supplies, for example, and calculate the quantity that would fit in a truck. Nora Eckert, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026 Proper storage, buying realistic quantities, and rotating pantry items so older products are used first can all help extend quality. Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026 Equally damning are the quantities of fossil fuels used to produce synthetic garments made from polyester, nylon or acrylic. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026 These assessments use detailed data on the quantity of emissions coming from each facility, the toxicity of each chemical and other information on how the chemicals are released and dispersed in the air. Lisa Song, ProPublica, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quantity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quantity
Noun
  • As more loads were seized through the summer and fall of 2024, Wedding began to rely increasingly on one of Toronto’s most colorful criminal defense attorneys, Deepak Paradkar, for information, according to the indictment.
    Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2026
  • In some of the tunnels that cut through the mountains, there were only a couple of inches to spare on either side of the loads.
    Stanley Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • By then, California officials said people had already begun receiving their full benefit amounts, including in Sacramento County.
    Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 10 Nov. 2025
  • General manager Brad Treliving won’t be afraid to make a deal in a short amount of time.
    Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Lightweight and easy to flatten when empty, this packable tote from Bagsmart is a steal for $26 and features tons of pockets for stashing all of your travel essentials.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The hair and makeup come together to beautifully complement her stunning Valentino gown—a silver-blue halter dress complete with tons of sequins and beading.
    Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Glendale police officers arrested two women accused of using counterfeit money at a dozen In-N-Out locations throughout Southern California.
    Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Andrej Stojakovic had 12 points and eight rebounds, Jake Davis scored a dozen points and David Mirkovich grabbed eight rebounds for the Illini (12-3, 3-1 Big Ten), who won their fourth in a row.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Harris, an Oak Lawn native, actually missed a chunk of her sophomore season with a knee injury but has returned with a consistent vengeance, also averaging 15 points a game as a junior.
    Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Barnes ably defended Atlanta big man Kristaps Porziņģis for a good chunk of the first half on Monday, despite playing with two fouls.
    Eric Koreen, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Then, keep scrolling to shop more bath deals at Amazon.
    Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Think of this as your go-to guide to the best Amazon travel deals, jumpstarting the new year.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The district said the decision was made out of an abundance of caution.
    Chloe Rosen, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Making use of multiple methods, Nailiang pointed out that LUWA is expected to resolve the abundance and origin of lunar water ice.
    Leonard David, Space.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Both nations boast vast petroleum reserves and extensive mineral wealth, long positioning themselves as anti-imperialist adversaries of the US.
    Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Although the divorce left Cher with limited immediate wealth, the royalty agreement proved to be valuable in the long-term, reportedly earning her tens of millions of dollars paid out gradually over decades.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 6 Jan. 2026

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“Quantity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quantity. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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