totals 1 of 2

plural of total

totals

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of total
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as in destroys
to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of a powerful hurricane totaled the house some years ago

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Recent Examples of totals
Noun
Afif has hit the double-figure totals in goals in seven of his eight seasons in the Qatari league, while Al-Haydos came out of retirement to play one last time for the national team. Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 June 2026 The event’s infrastructure totals 380,000 tons, according to organizers. Catherine Lucey, Fortune, 13 June 2026 Most mainstream cruise lines have similar pricing structures, but French said a Carnival cruise may not end up being the cheapest option once the totals are tallied. Nathan Diller, USA Today, 12 June 2026 Cash Trapped In The System Look at your timing gaps, not just your totals. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 That increase also represented one of the highest monthly totals since 2020, which saw a higher rate of filings due to the impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 June 2026 Who, exactly, counts toward these totals? The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026 Vote totals in 7th District have been updated. Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026 China remains the world's largest hub for manufacturing and trade of electric cars, capturing nearly 75% and 40% of the respective global totals. Bob Woods, CNBC, 6 June 2026
Verb
The house was built in 2009 and the living area totals 2,506 square feet. Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 12 June 2026 This sample of meals and snacks totals about 120 grams of protein and 85 grams of fiber in one day—all from plants. Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026 Dry January and other sober-curious movements have led to soaring demand for non-alcoholic beer, wine and spirits sales, which now totals nearly $1 billion annually, according to research firm NielsenIQ. John Kell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for totals
Noun
  • European intelligence services say Russia is recruiting people online and paying them relatively small sums of money to carry out sabotage.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
  • Organizations must spend substantial sums hiring attorneys to defend themselves.
    Kim Gorsuch, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • For the country’s Jewish population, which numbers just 100, the spate of anti-Israel measures adopted by the former government contributed to a growing sense of isolation in the country.
    Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2026
  • The constellation now numbers more than 200 satellites developed in a partnership between SpaceX and Northrop Grumman.
    Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
Verb
  • But, Kvochko adds, the key is that the verification has to be structured in separate AI systems.
    Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 16 June 2026
  • The square neckline and A-line skirt help balance the overall look, while the flouncy hem adds a bit of flair.
    Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • Standard recycling destroys the whole part just to clean it.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
  • The mechanism is an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase, or PPO, abundant in bananas, which destroys flavanols both during blending and inside the stomach.
    Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • While Spain offers a European setting, many eclipse chasers are eyeing destinations like Tunisia and Egypt for their very long totalities and very high chances of clear skies.
    Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 May 2026
Verb
  • The 100-year-old system averages nine breaks for every 100 miles of water main, which beats the industry average of about 12 breaks, said Graeme Chaple, distribution division manager for SPRWS.
    Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The calculation also subtracts income from Roth conversions and retirement plan rollovers.
    Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Nothing ruins the start of a weekend away faster than wrestling with an overstuffed bag.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026
  • Again, don't wring the suit, which ruins the shape.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2026

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