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legion

[lee-juhn] / ˈli dʒən /




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He's one of a legion of often young people seen zipping around some of Britain's cities on bright green hired e-scooters and e-bikes operated by US company Lime.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Black mascara stained Leerdam’s cheeks as she skated around the arena, saluting the legion of Dutch fans that filled the stands.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

The industry has enlisted a legion of celebrities who don’t need the money to encourage fans to part with theirs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

A legion of zombie companies—those whose revenue is insufficient to cover debt repayment and that are sustained only by forbearance from lenders—have long been a drain on Japan’s economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

He tilted back in his chair and surveyed his legion of digital friends—invented names, profile pictures of cartoon characters or frowning cats.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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