tens

Definition of tensnext
plural of ten

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Recent Examples of tens While spoken language might benefit us in myriad ways, no single activity requires it, let alone explains what triggered its ongoing evolution over tens to hundreds of thousands of years. Mike McRae 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 A day earlier, tens of thousands of Spaniards in cities across the country joined protests against the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ceuta, demanding solutions and Sánchez's resignation. ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026 The United States lost thousands of lives and spent trillions of dollars in Afghanistan and Iraq, whereas the ongoing conflict with Iran has resulted in 18 American service members killed and has likely cost tens of billions of dollars. James F. Jeffrey, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026 The administration also ended grants that sent tens of millions of dollars a year to Cal State and community college campuses that provide academic and mentoring support that serve a high percentage of Latino students. Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026 And when scores of families fall off SNAP, universal free meal programs at tens of thousands of schools fall into jeopardy. Juliana Kim, NPR, 3 Sep. 2026 The program has since expanded to more than 50 countries, and families have completed tens of millions of trips through teen accounts since the accounts were introduced, according to the company. Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026 Point Bennett hosts massive seal and sea lion colonies that can number well into the tens of thousands—well worth the trouble. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026 Moving forward Public health agencies, community organizations and GUIDE programs are working together to help the tens of thousands of Coloradans with dementia and their families find services and support. Hillary Lum, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tens
Noun
  • The founders of iconic brands such as Ideal, Mattel, Marx, Hasbro, Kenner, Wham-O and Madame Alexander dolls shared roots in Yiddish-speaking Europe, and childhoods as the sons and daughters of immigrants.
    Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The dolls and books, which depict 9- and 10-year-olds, became part of daily life for millions of American girls.
    Tara Strauch, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Still, every spare inch is crammed with more than 32 different kinds of orchids imported from around the world, including such beauties as the flame-like Epidendrum radicans and the rare Dimorphorchis lowii.
    Leigh-Ann Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Beaded beauties Shells and semiprecious stones find life as statement necklaces and bangles at Hues of Hills, available at lifestyle boutique Vayu - Design for Living in New Delhi.
    Sohini Dey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Glossy tomatoes on the vine, a wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano (party favors), piles of lemons, platters of antipasti, and dishes arriving from friends’ kitchens bring more life and color to a room than anything overly decorative ever could.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • In fact, pre-rinsing dishes can waste more water than simply putting the dishes in the dishwasher as is.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Admired for his seriousness and for his eagerness to learn, as well as for his movie-star face and sturdy body, de Kooning was a looker in a city full of lookers.
    Hilton Als, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The analysis examined how many lookers pursued both living options across 50 large metropolitan areas, as well as a national benchmark.
    Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • What turns him on is cryptic babes, brawling men and stagy fables of lust, rivalry and possession.
    Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
  • Pampers Swaddlers These tried-and-true diapers, available in preemie sizes—plus larger sizes for growing babes—are a must-have for life with a newborn.
    Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • The fox cautiously walked a few feet past us on its journey for bugs and other snacks.
    Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • And yet, his latest film includes a subplot in which the sisters learn to look after a wild fox.
    Nate Jones, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026

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“Tens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tens. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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