a number

Example Sentences

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The SpaceX prospectus claims a number of advantages, including the alleged cost advantage of running solar-powered data farms in space.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Sigma said it will acquire a 75% interest in a number of stores.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Jordan's military said it shot down five missiles from Iran, with no casualties or material damage, while Bahrain said it intercepted and destroyed "a number of Iranian aerial attacks".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Beauties” is more arresting on a number of levels.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Just as multiplying by a number stretches the number line, dividing shrinks it.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife