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Say adios to Argentina: For a great number of soccer fans, Argentina evoked the feeling of getting away with something.

From Slate Jul. 20, 2026

It is also unclear what the public gets in return for paying to upkeep a great number of royal residences and palaces, though some are an important draw for tourists.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

But the 2026 election only matters if people vote, which historically is not something a great number of people do in midterms.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 28, 2025

True, a great number of musicians have achieved success with limited or no vision, and a preternatural pianist like John would be no different should he continue to compose.

From Salon Dec. 19, 2024

He asked me a great number of questions—viz.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson




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