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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3
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
Cramer also cited a report from Oppenheimer that said 40 to 50% of Kalshi's volumes come from Robinhood, which indicates that much of their user base is new to sports betting.
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Julie Coleman, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Low volumes of trading has been a common bugbear for foreign investors looking at investing in Tadawul.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Massive volumes of ambient air move through a system containing a chemical agent that selectively binds to CO2 molecules.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
As volumes have softened, so have rates.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
This extraordinary collection of two volumes of poems and a third of prose shows the empathy, intuition, and exquisite use of the natural world that make Oliver the heiress of Emerson and Thoreau.
—Audiofile Magazine
september 30, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
Have you guys ever considered just doing more volumes of it?
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
In the space of five months, Robinson published four Start Over volumes, showcasing the stories of more than 50 authors.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025
Drivers should also think twice before taking any alternate routes to bypass the crowds, because local roads like Guanella Pass can’t handle I-70 volumes of traffic, according to CDOT.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Julie Coleman, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Low volumes of trading has been a common bugbear for foreign investors looking at investing in Tadawul.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Massive volumes of ambient air move through a system containing a chemical agent that selectively binds to CO2 molecules.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
As volumes have softened, so have rates.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
This extraordinary collection of two volumes of poems and a third of prose shows the empathy, intuition, and exquisite use of the natural world that make Oliver the heiress of Emerson and Thoreau.
—Audiofile Magazine
september 30, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2025
Have you guys ever considered just doing more volumes of it?
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
In the space of five months, Robinson published four Start Over volumes, showcasing the stories of more than 50 authors.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025
Drivers should also think twice before taking any alternate routes to bypass the crowds, because local roads like Guanella Pass can’t handle I-70 volumes of traffic, according to CDOT.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volumes
Noun
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This dual-purpose design requires exceptional stiffness, vibration control, and precision engineering, allowing heavy highway loads and high-speed rail traffic to share the same structure safely.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Same question, loads of responses.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Large amounts of drugs and weapons were seized from a Newburg home, according to a Facebook post from Louisville Metro Police.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
29 Sep. 2025
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Even small amounts of alcohol can amplify Benadryl’s sedative effects and interfere with daily functioning.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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As the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics approaches, Jefferson-Wooden’s hopes of stamping her name firmly in the history books comes ever closer.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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Another outing is about vintage magazines, books and slides — and the reveal of a new take on the French brand’s Ami de Coeur symbol.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The continent is scrambling to build the necessary capacities to defend against drones, highlighting not only its lagging technology but also how rapidly warfare has shifted to the use of unmanned aircraft.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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McGowan, who left MLS to launch a consulting firm, is still advising the league in various capacities.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As usual, the college football slate delivers tons of options, with none bigger than the Vanderbilt-Alabama and Miami-Florida State games.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Furthermore, a significant portion of plastic waste is incinerated, resulting in the emission of 850 million tons of greenhouse gases.—
Miguel A. Torres,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As mentioned before, Angel’s Envy 10 Cask Strength will be available starting October 10 (SRP $250) in limited quantities at select retailers and the Angel’s Envy Distillery in Louisville.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ferrara said the growth of the domestic apparel manufacturing industry can only happen if brands and retailers are willing to buy American—even in very small quantities.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hallways were lined with debris and plastic bags while clothing, wall decor and lamps became piles of litter inside apartment units.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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It is reserved for two duck boats and vast piles of decoys.—
Worth Matthewson,
Outdoor Life,
2 Oct. 2025
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The maintenance of this expertise took dedicated chunks of time that had to be spread over lengthy and secure careers.—
Time,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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This shock vaporized chunks of the industrial bases of nations around the world, including the United States.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Volumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volumes. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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