1
as in loads
a considerable amount
we can only make money if we sell our goods in volume
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2
as in amounts
a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter
produces great volumes of work each day
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as in books
a set of printed sheets of paper bound together between covers and forming a work of fiction or nonfiction
reissued the trilogy in a single volume
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as in capacities
the largest number or amount that something can hold
state the barrel's volume in terms of gallons
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Recent Examples of volumes
To sustain her ruse, Suzanne discovers volumes of diaries written by the painter’s late wife.
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Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
Naked dresses remain banned, as do dresses with imposing volumes and long trains.
—Blanche Marcel, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
For the collective, that’s through efforts such as pooled volumes, networks of supply chain partners and material due diligence.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
These expressways would rapidly move large volumes of vehicles in and out of the central business district without using local roads.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
Goldman is primarily a markets and banking business, with 74% of revenues coming from Global Banking & Markets — a segment driven by M & A activity, capital markets volumes, and trading.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 11 May 2026
Palm Jebel Ali ranked second only to Palm Jumeirah in luxury transaction volumes last year.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
In practice, those systems are not ready for the volumes EPR will generate.
—Jessica Binns, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
In an afternoon of little statement moments for the Avs, that one spoke volumes.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
Naked dresses remain banned, as do dresses with imposing volumes and long trains.
—Blanche Marcel, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
For the collective, that’s through efforts such as pooled volumes, networks of supply chain partners and material due diligence.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
These expressways would rapidly move large volumes of vehicles in and out of the central business district without using local roads.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
Goldman is primarily a markets and banking business, with 74% of revenues coming from Global Banking & Markets — a segment driven by M & A activity, capital markets volumes, and trading.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 11 May 2026
Palm Jebel Ali ranked second only to Palm Jumeirah in luxury transaction volumes last year.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
In practice, those systems are not ready for the volumes EPR will generate.
—Jessica Binns, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
In an afternoon of little statement moments for the Avs, that one spoke volumes.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volumes
Noun
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There are loads of under-the-radar towns along these states' coastlines that have their own unique charms and draws.—
Amy Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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Buckle up for loads of action and a wild ride through SoCal history and haunts.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Courts now limit medical expense evidence to amounts actually paid or payable, which prevents juries from seeing the much higher initial bills that providers charge.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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My stylist, Roger Forker, has designed all my costumes for countless amounts of roasts.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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Part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, this fresh adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s iconic semi-autobiographical Little House books offers a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the frontier.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Throughout the day, the museum shop highlights books and materials connected to Opal Lee’s life and work, adding another layer to the celebration.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The lower and higher memory capacities, including the top-end 64GB and 128GB options, all ship faster.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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Records compiled by the online site LegiStorm show Moorer has worked for Davis in various capacities since 2008 and currently makes about $72,000 a year.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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This savory bread pudding has tons of flavor and texture from ingredients like French bread that's been baked in a rich Parmesan custard.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
12 May 2026
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Multiplied across a day, their rate would have been over seventy-five tons per day per man.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Curated by Our Editors The lunar module’s onboard computer had to determine the speed, altitude and rotation of the module—which are all variable quantities.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
12 May 2026
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The makers of Dad's Root Beer acquired the company in 2007 and produces Bubble Up in limited quantities today.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Although Dot is not around anymore, a guest book inside the small museum is filled with names from dozens of countries.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Most earwig problems begin outside, where damp piles of leaves, firewood or other debris create an attractive environment for the insects.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Most asteroids of this size are thought to be piles of rubble, conglomerations of rock loosely held together by gravity.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
15 May 2026
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“Volumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volumes. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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