tens

Definition of tensnext
plural of ten

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of tens The small towns in southern Denton County are expecting to see tens of thousands of homes in the near future, but Montini said there’s no infrastructure to support the population growth. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026 Over nearly two decades, those additional contributions—not the initial government deposit—will largely determine whether a young adult reaches adulthood with a few thousand dollars or tens of thousands. Darrick Hamilton, Fortune, 16 July 2026 In the twenty-tens, the mobile-app marketplace began wrapping its prehensile tail around kids’ sports and school activities. Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 16 July 2026 Those groups alone have tens of millions of members and supporters. Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026 Warsh also invested tens of millions in the Juggernaut Fund, which is associated with Druckenmiller’s firm. Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 15 July 2026 The state of emergency, enacted in March 2022, suspended some constitutional rights and tens of thousands of Salvadorans have been detained since then. Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 The young man was IShowSpeed, one of the world’s biggest livestreamers, with tens of millions of followers across YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. Ernie Suggs, AJC.com, 9 July 2026 Last month, a US Air Force engineer won public sympathy after being charged with sawing down over a dozen Flock cameras, with his legal defense’s GoFundMe page quickly raising tens of thousands of dollars. Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tens
Noun
  • Founded in 2013, Miniso carries items like plush dolls, miniature lamps and perfume.
    Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
  • Sometimes, the dolls themselves are even a surprise, depending on which product is purchased.
    Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026
Noun
  • These low-maintenance garden beauties require less pruning, deadheading, and pest management to keep them looking good.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
  • Shopping market editor Kate McGregor’s new favorite sheets, these scalloped percale beauties from Rebecca Udall, are 50% off right now.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Vinegar is a versatile summer staple, enhancing cocktails, mocktails, and dishes with brightness and balance.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
  • Customers order through Wonder’s app, combining dishes from multiple concepts in one transaction, with Wonder handling cooking and last‑mile delivery itself.
    Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 16 July 2026
Noun
  • 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
  • The more renowned the art, the greater the number of clueless lookers, joyless collectors, donors in search of tax breaks, and steroidal museums.
    Jackson Arn, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • The queen of the blonde beach babes!
    Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • Drawing inspiration from Colorado's wildlife, CoCo's new fox mascot is rendered in vibrant colors and a simple style that the Front Range Passenger Rail District says will help travelers feel welcome.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • At night, guard dogs and surveillance teams monitor the grounds year-round, because catastrophe at Wimbledon comes in the form of a two-foot-long fox slinking onto a court and marking its territory.
    Nick Pachelli, Time, 11 July 2026

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“Tens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tens. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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