head count
Americannoun
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an inventory of people in a group taken by counting individuals.
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any count of support, strength, etc..
a head count of senators opposing the bill.
Example Sentences
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The furniture maker cuts physical space and head count as it invests in technology.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The agency’s head count was 27% smaller in December 2025 compared to January 2025, according to a report from Erin Collins, the IRS national taxpayer advocate.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
The agency’s head count was 27% smaller in December 2025 compared to January 2025, according to a report from Erin Collins, the IRS national taxpayer advocate.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
That hasn’t discouraged many New York landlords from betting that these AI startups will grow, in head count and in revenue, said JLL’s Bass.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
After a quick head count to make sure everyone is safe, I turn back around.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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