head count

NOUN

number of people in a group

Synonyms

STRONGEST

census

WEAK

bean-counting body count inventory muster nose count poll reckoning repertory roll call roster

Example Sentences

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Meta’s head count crept up some following the company’s “year of efficiency” cuts in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The layoffs work out to about 8,000 people based on the company’s latest head count of 78,865 as of Dec. 31.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

As of December 2025, according to Meta’s latest reported data, head count had reached 78,865.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

“So at this point, head count reductions are an opportunity to realize those savings and support the bottom line.”

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

After a quick head count to make sure everyone is safe, I turn back around.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller