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by the numbers

ADVERB
according to rule
Synonyms
WEAK
according to Hoyle according to the highest authority by the book gospel in a systematic manner indisputable

Example Sentences

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But, by the numbers, the Spurs have already distinguished themselves as the likeliest team to dethrone the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

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

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2026

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 • Dec. 23, 2025

It was a plea that went unheeded judging by the numbers of empty seats.

From BBC • May 30, 2025

I just went through the motions, rigidly, by the numbers, without any heart or real emotion.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien