large numbers

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A dense population, extensive irrigation, abundant moisture and large numbers of outdoor workers combine to create conditions in which even routine labour can become risky.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“By the time these companies go public, the law of large numbers kicks in.”

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

But as long as the war remains reasonably limited in duration and doesn’t involve the commitment of large numbers of ground troops, opportunistic aggression against Taiwan as a function of Operation Epic Fury is unlikely.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Allison Janney, “The Diplomat” “The women of ‘The Pitt’ didn’t make it in this category in large numbers last year outside of Katherine LaNasa.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

We knew that people would be coming in large numbers.

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie