in number

idiom

: in amount or quantity
Fish were once plentiful in this river, but they have since declined in number.
The protesters were few in number, but they were very loud.

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After learning of the fluctuation in number of troops, Fox News’ Pentagon correspondent Jennifer Griffin pressed Ryder about the correction to the number of troops and timing. Greg Wehner, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024 Lawrence went on to star in number of box office successes, including The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook and American Hustle; her parents sold her starter home 10 years later, for $1.15 million in 2016. Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024 Regardless of the origin of the attacks, the increase in number and scope shines a light on the importance of security fundamentals, recognizing that there’s a strong relationship between, and reliance on, the human and technological components of any security posture. Chaim Mazal, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Timber-hybrid high-rises have increased in number around the world and offer a model for construction with a lower carbon footprint. Kotaro Okada, WIRED, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in number 

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“In number.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20number. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.

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