math

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noun

math

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abbreviation

Examples of math in a Sentence

Noun I did the math, and we can't afford to keep spending like this
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Noun
That moment taught me that money choices reflect identity and values, not just math. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025 Her rivals believe that the Democratic base wants a different answer, and that the statewide math gets tougher if the party’s nominee does not break from a resolute pro-Israel stance. David Weigel, semafor.com, 6 Aug. 2025 In 2024, Florida’s fourth graders ranked second in the nation in math and 10th in reading. Tom Majdanics, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2025 Erin excelled academically, especially in math, the school noted. Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for math

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of math was circa 1847

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“Math.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/math. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.

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