large number

Example Sentences

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But Iran's embassy to Turkey said a "large" number of managerial and executive staff and others had been denied visas, prompting a furious response.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Number of available locations and servers Depending on the reason for using a VPN, users may need a large number of locations available or access to a particular location.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

"We know that Yorkshire has a large number of children in areas of deprivation who've got life shortening conditions," says Vicki Greensmith, director of clinical services.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“It’s a scary situation, especially for those in the vicinity, and in addition to that. For a large number of people, it’s an inconvenience.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

So I walked up to the counter, feeling very impressed with myself, and I put down my money and said, “I’ll have a large number one.”

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah