how many
idiom
—used to ask or talk about an amount
How many people were there?
I was surprised by how many people were there.
How many times do I have to tell you to lock the door?
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In a testament to how many Los Angeles residents love animals, McManus says the organization was quickly overwhelmed with extra-large crates, bowls, blankets and towels.
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Johnny Dodd, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
As in, how many of those detox diets actually work?
—Vicky Vera, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Some retailers are limiting how many eggs consumers are allowed to buy in order to keep their shelves stocked.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
The Department has also not shared a final count of how many people were injured in the fire.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 23 Jan. 2025
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Johnny Dodd, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
As in, how many of those detox diets actually work?
—Vicky Vera, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Some retailers are limiting how many eggs consumers are allowed to buy in order to keep their shelves stocked.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
The Department has also not shared a final count of how many people were injured in the fire.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 23 Jan. 2025
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“How many.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/how%20many. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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