forty

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In 1976, scientists realized that γ Cas emits X-rays about forty times stronger than similar stars.

From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026

The premium attached to European defense plays in the current environment are reflected in a price-to-earnings multiple of almost forty times for 2026, more than double that of the overall market.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

"They took away valuables -- my radio, my phone, and forty head of livestock" from the village, he said, not daring to name those responsible.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

There was no reason I couldn’t close the laptop for forty minutes.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

Then he does it again and I say it once more and through that long night every forty yards I say, “Willy?”

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen