as in sums
a complete amount of something
that's the total for our wheat harvest this year
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as in numbers
to have a total of
two and two total four
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as in adds
to combine (numbers) into a single sum
total all the receipts and tell me how much I owe you
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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
Bob Woods, CNBC, 6 June 2026
So the totals in the tracker could change as new records are updated.
—Dian Zhang, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Since that same starting point, their point totals, respectively, have been 59, 66, 89, and 92.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The Associated Press estimates 56% of votes have been counted, though totals will shift as late-arriving mail ballots are processed.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Los Angeles County election officials are expected to continue updating vote totals in the coming weeks before certifying the election.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 3 June 2026
Those situations — runners in scoring position — ballooned the Royals’ team totals in 2024.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Paul drew big, young crowds on the campaign trail, considerable media coverage, and respectable raw national vote totals.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
The totals fell to 12,352 housing starts in 2024 and 10,066 in 2025.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
The research and office building totals about 58,000 square feet.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 2 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
The compound totals about 2,915 square feet and functions as a single retreat.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2026
The total financial assistance package totals $272,716 for the project.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
For this Memorial Day, MERIT is sending you its new Canvas Pouch if your order totals to $100 or more.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 May 2026
Noun
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
So the totals in the tracker could change as new records are updated.
—Dian Zhang, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Since that same starting point, their point totals, respectively, have been 59, 66, 89, and 92.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The Associated Press estimates 56% of votes have been counted, though totals will shift as late-arriving mail ballots are processed.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Los Angeles County election officials are expected to continue updating vote totals in the coming weeks before certifying the election.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 3 June 2026
Those situations — runners in scoring position — ballooned the Royals’ team totals in 2024.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Paul drew big, young crowds on the campaign trail, considerable media coverage, and respectable raw national vote totals.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
The totals fell to 12,352 housing starts in 2024 and 10,066 in 2025.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
Verb
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
The research and office building totals about 58,000 square feet.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 2 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
The compound totals about 2,915 square feet and functions as a single retreat.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2026
The total financial assistance package totals $272,716 for the project.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
For this Memorial Day, MERIT is sending you its new Canvas Pouch if your order totals to $100 or more.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for totals
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According to a document posted by the state, CRS has charged Florida unusually large sums to hire staff for the detention center.—
Eric Schlosser,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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The two leading providers of AI models, as well as SpaceX, which includes Elon Musk’s AI company, could go public at trillion dollar-valuations just as other firms are seeking vast sums to fund data centers, chips and infrastructure, raising questions about whether markets can absorb the supply.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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The constellation now numbers more than 200 satellites developed in a partnership between SpaceX and Northrop Grumman.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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While his workforce generally numbers 160, for the Mother’s Day crush, which involved shipment of 700,000 plants, another 40 employees were hired.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The Aries Moon adds speed to communication, so avoid turning urgency into clutter.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
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When fully assembled, the torches stand 55 inches tall, which adds both dimension and style to your outdoor space.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Young people must understand clearly that violence destroys not only victims, but entire families and communities.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
1 June 2026
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But Bogan told the outlet those assurances fall short if construction bulldozes the critical turtle habitat, compromises the manmade earthen dam that holds the springs' pond, or destroys the mesquite thicket downstream where turtles shelter in winter.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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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
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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
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Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The calculation also subtracts income from Roth conversions and retirement plan rollovers.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Deep dives into childhood trauma sort of ruins it for everyone.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Ancient Roman ruins sit alongside medieval churches and buildings rebuilt during the Yugoslavian era after a majority of the city’s buildings were destroyed when bombed by the Allies during World War II.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
1 June 2026
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“Totals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/totals. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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