a number

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“That definitely would not have happened a number of years ago under different leadership,” Korenyuk said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Finch said a new policy would be developed after receiving "a number" of complaints from residents regarding some children's books.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The rules have been strengthened many times after scandals including "Qatargate", in which a number of EU lawmakers were accused in 2022 of being paid to promote the interests of Qatar and Morocco.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Despite the attacks, Bass and Raman are aligned on a number of city policies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Burger saw Adolf Hitler a number of times and even shook hands with him.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple