by the numbers

Example Sentences

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But Robby knows that next to nothing at The Pitt goes by the numbers.

From Salon

There are a number of estimates for Musk’s wealth that vary mainly by the numbers used to value his privately held companies, which include SpaceX and xAI.

From Barron's

That’s because, by the numbers, Oklahoma City isn’t just as good as the ‘96 Bulls and ‘16 Warriors.

From The Wall Street Journal

We were impressed by the numbers put up this quarter by the company.

From Barron's

By the numbers alone, Valenzuela’s candidacy is borderline.

From Los Angeles Times