amounts

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The breakthrough could be especially important for artificial intelligence systems, which consume enormous amounts of power.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Talking to reporters at an event on Monday, Trump said the prospect of a diplomatic breakthrough was “a very positive development, but we’ll see whether it amounts to anything.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

KKR’s biggest private-credit fund took what amounts to a 10% write-down of its net asset value.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Small amounts of salt in food can help preserve it by preventing bacteria from growing.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“I am sure you are correct, my lady. Yet some people do give small amounts to charity,” she said haltingly.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood