so many
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Such a large number, as in There were so many guests that we didn't have enough chairs . [First half of 1200s]
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An unspecified number, as in There allegedly are so many shrimp per pound, but of course the exact number depends on their size and weight . [First half of 1500s]
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Forming a group, as in The reporters turned on the speaker like so many tigers let loose . [c. 1600]
Example Sentences
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“At first I thought it was just me, but then I went online and saw that it’s happening to so many people,” Roller said.
From Los Angeles Times
“As a lifelong race fan, it gives me immense pride to have served as NASCAR’s first Commissioner and to lead our great sport through so many incredible challenges, opportunities and firsts over my 20 years,” Phelps said in a statement released by NASCAR.
From Los Angeles Times
Like so many of the characters in “The Pitt,” she’s a person you know.
“We still have our lot, but there’s just so many pieces that need to fall into place before we have a clear picture of what the future is for us,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
With so many exchange-traded funds for investors to choose from, it is not easy for money managers to come up with unique strategies.
From MarketWatch
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