number
noun
a numeral or group of numerals.
have numbered
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present perfectof number.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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South Korean lawmakers have raised concern over the so-called “phantom coin” issue: How Bithumb was able to distribute 620,000 bitcoins when its own stockpile appeared to have numbered closer to 50,000.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2026
On the NYSE, new highs have numbered more than 100 for each of the last five days and for eight of the last 11.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 24, 2025
The current number of mercenaries is not known, but according to the U.N., they have numbered as high as 20,000, including Syrians, Russians, and Sudanese in the country.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 29, 2021
The researchers believe other members of the group - which could have numbered 30 to 40 people - were nearby.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2020
A similar report came from another, who said that out of 37 litters that might have numbered as many as 250 young, only 31 little pigs survived.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
