whole number
Example Sentences
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"I really hope this is a drama that suggests that Jamie is like this because of a whole number of complicated factors."
From BBC
The event is essentially a musical, with characters constantly practicing on their own, running through whole numbers together, or getting interrupted by a foul-mouthed, chair-throwing J.K.
From Los Angeles Times
The latest national polling averages for the two candidates are shown below, rounded to the nearest whole number.
From BBC
In response to a question about whether post-mortem examinations have been carried out, Mr Cammarano said: "There are a whole number of preliminary stages to go through before the autopsies."
From BBC
Astronomical-difficulty scores, which are combined on each event with an execution score out of 10, allow Biles to win competitions by whole numbers as most of her peers fight for half-tenths.
From Los Angeles Times
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