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any number of

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  1. Many; also, no particular amount of. The meaning here depends on the context. I can give you any number of reasons for John's absence means I can offer many reasons. Any number of subscribers might stay home means that an unknown number will not attend.


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If the language of the text message is ambiguous, lacks intent, or could be referring to any number of transactions, you would have a steep hill to climb.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2026

There are any number of studies of Alexander’s family, military career, final years and cross-cultural legacy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Right now, that statement could and will be read any number of ways.

From Salon ● Sep. 24, 2026

There are any number of unknowns, but one thing is clear: A majority of the justices ruled that mifepristone access should remain unchanged during litigation in the case.

From Slate ● Sep. 16, 2026

A slur is marked by a curved line joining any number of notes.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

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