a lot

adverb

1
: to a considerable degree or extent : much, lots
This is a lot nicer.
I liked it a lot. [=very much]
2
: often, frequently
Do you travel a lot?

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Judging from the cheers, a lot of people were from Chicago. Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2024 So, a lot of my recommendations are around good vibes because that’s my comfort. Demarco Williams, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 But a lot of young executives also are casting weary glances at the aging eminences who’ve been occupying Hollywood’s C-suites seemingly forever. Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Oct. 2024 Of course, not everyone in debt would benefit from bankruptcy—but a lot of people might. Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for a lot 

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of a lot was in 1821

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“A lot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20lot. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

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