greater number

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“Consequently, there is an urgent need for more effective treatment approaches that provide durable benefit for a greater number of patients.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Statistics Canada notes that for the third consecutive month a greater number of Canadian residents returned from overseas by air than from the U.S. by auto.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The warning comes ahead of the February half term, when a greater number of British holidaymakers are expected to travel to the popular winter destination.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

The Conference Board’s benchmark reading of consumer confidence slumped to a 12-year low this month, with a greater number of respondents expecting conditions to worsen over the next six months.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Besides keeping people farther away from harm, a big advantage of this is the ability to monitor a greater number of places.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone