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small number

ADJECTIVE

handful

Synonyms

STRONG

few scattering smattering spattering sprinkling

WEAK

some

Antonyms

WEAK

lot mass

ADJECTIVE

several

Synonyms

WEAK

a few a lot any certain considerable definite different disparate distinct divers diverse handful hardly any indefinite individual infrequent manifold many not many numerous only a few particular personal plural proportionate quite a few rare respective scant scanty scarce scarcely any separate single some sparse special specific sundry

Antonyms

WEAK

individual none one

PRONOUN

few

Synonyms

STRONGEST

several some

STRONG

scattering smattering spattering sprinkling

WEAK

not many not too many slim pickings smatter

Antonyms

WEAK

many much

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Green Dot founder Steve Barr had stipulated that his group’s schools would be union represented — but that pledge satisfied only a small number of opponents.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

However, Barron’s has argued that Micron and a small number of other chip companies remain undervalued due to their lasting earnings power.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Meteorologists noted that only a small number of storms this intense have developed so early in the year in this part of the Pacific.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

However revised plans mean only a small number of staff remain at risk of compulsory redundancy.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Only a small number of refugees are successful with their applications.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell

small number

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