as in loads
a considerable amount
contends that casino gambling would generate a sheaf of social problems for the state
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Recent Examples of sheaf
When his wife was out of the room my father-in-law would surreptitiously pass me a sheaf of bills in a pale blue envelope.
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Hazlitt, 2 Apr. 2025
Highland athletics events include the stone put, hammer throw, caber toss, sheaf toss and weight over bar.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025
The piece is versatile as each sheaf can be removed and worn separately.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
What to know about Ag Day on the Hill at the Tennessee State Capitol
Tennessee agriculture is recognized on the Tennessee state seal, with a plow and the sheaf of a wheat and a cotton stalk, so there is a natural connection between Capitol Hill and National Ag Day.
—Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 19 Mar. 2024
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Hazlitt, 2 Apr. 2025
Highland athletics events include the stone put, hammer throw, caber toss, sheaf toss and weight over bar.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025
The piece is versatile as each sheaf can be removed and worn separately.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
What to know about Ag Day on the Hill at the Tennessee State Capitol
Tennessee agriculture is recognized on the Tennessee state seal, with a plow and the sheaf of a wheat and a cotton stalk, so there is a natural connection between Capitol Hill and National Ag Day.
—Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 19 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheaf
Noun
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The Israelis did kill a ton of innocent people in Lebanon, though.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
20 Aug. 2025
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The Eagles have a ton of talent returning from last season’s 10-2 team that lost in the second round of the playoffs to Tampa Bay Tech.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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New Mexico: After losing Mendenhall and almost every notable player, Idaho coach Jason Eck comes in with a slew of talented FCS transfers.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Exposure to air pollution from burning fossil fuels is associated with a slew of health issues including heart disease, cancer and respiratory illnesses.—
Sarah Henry,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In defense of the July 25 order to close the camp, Merkley had said that Streets to Home Indy wasn't prepared to take on a site as large as Leonard Street, where more than two dozen tents sat as of late July.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
15 Aug. 2025
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Last week, Toronto Tempo general manager Monica Wright Rogers hosted about two dozen WNBA agents for a meet-and-greet at a local hotel.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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In 2023, facility residents told Louisville Metro Council members about mold, vermin, piles of trash and safety concerns at the complex, The Courier Journal reported.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
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Wall Street was obsessed with subscriber growth during Covid, and companies with new streaming platforms — Disney among them — priced the services low enough to attract tons of sign-ups, while losing piles of money in the process.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And last season, despite that, the particular malaise has been our inability to hold on to single-goal leads (which resulted in a bunch of draws).—
Sukhman Singh,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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There were at least nine or 10 animals in the bunch; all but one left medium-size tracks.—
Fred C. Mercer,
Outdoor Life,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Piled high into a thick, split-top bun, the tender chunks of lobster meat are mixed with a just-right amount of mayo (or with warm butter, if that’s your preference) and served with potato chips.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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This mid-August week sees a big chunk of the Fast & Furious franchise hit streaming, plus a distressing docuseries, and more.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But arguably the biggest change will come Aug. 21, when ESPN and Fox each launch their new streaming services, and bring their NFL games to streaming outside of the pay-TV bundle for the first time.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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Customers will still be able to subscribe to Hulu’s content—ranging from originals and network hits to live TV—either independently or as part of a bundle with Disney+ and ESPN+.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
12 Aug. 2025
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To be sure, investors still have to get through a raft of economic data next month before the Fed’s Sept. 16-17 meeting.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
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Make sure to spend some time in Sussex, home to the glorious South Downs, as well as a raft of new vineyards producing sparkling wine that’s jostling for attention alongside champagne, like Rathfinny and Nyetimber.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Sheaf.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheaf. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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