number

Example Sentences

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There is no official number, but industry observers estimate that fewer than 2,000 wells are functioning in a region that is home to some 12,000.

From Los Angeles Times

In this way, they tricked X’s recommendation algorithm into amplifying exposure to their posts and accumulated significant numbers of followers and influence.

From Salon

Since medieval times, a relatively small number of Brits had become Muslims while travelling abroad.

From BBC

If the pure numbers from that day were not enough, one reverse flick for six off Sam Curran - now an England team-mate - made some smart judges take note.

From BBC

Pickersgill says the numbers have grown to the point where Sunderland Strollers have fielded five women's teams on occasion, instead of struggling to just form one.

From BBC