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number

[nuhm-ber] / ˈnʌm bər /




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Given the large number of family members staying together, he estimated that paying cash for similar accommodations would have cost around $25,000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

A department spokesperson said a smaller number of firefighters would remain on scene to monitor for hot spots and possibly continue shooting water and debris as a precaution.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

There are also security concerns that if the King was in residence at Buckingham Palace it would limit the number of visitors as well as areas people could view.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

OPEC+ consists of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries plus a number of its allies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

When she arrives at the door, she stares at the number in front of her.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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