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a lot

[uh lot] / ə ˈlɒt /




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“There was some talk that our defense and goalkeeping weren’t up to par. But I think we’ve silenced a lot of critics,” Cubarsí said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

"What we were left with was just a lot of uncertainty for about a month," says Goin, who sits on ZOS' bargaining committee - a panel of union members that represents workers at the studio.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

It isn’t clear whether a surging supply of shares can derail a market that has a lot going for it.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Maine’s Senate race has been in the news a lot.

From Slate Jul. 14, 2026

“Oh, a lot happened, a whole lifetime of happenings. But I think I shall keep it short. I am suddenly rather tired. And you must be too. Well, here is how the story ends…”

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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