the multitude
noun
: ordinary or common people as a group
a candidate trying to appeal to the multitude
—often pluralHis films are not intended to appeal to the multitudes.
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Given the multitude of multifamily properties and separate rental agreements, organizing this disparate data can be challenging and time-consuming.
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Residents in her district, and the state, need to know how her political transformation will influence her views on the multitude of issues that Floridians face on a daily basis.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2025
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Alex Badia, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Consider eating your main meal at lunchtime to take advantage of the many meal deals available from the multitude of excellent international eateries between downtown and the Grünerløkka district.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Given the multitude of multifamily properties and separate rental agreements, organizing this disparate data can be challenging and time-consuming.
—Matias Recchia, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Residents in her district, and the state, need to know how her political transformation will influence her views on the multitude of issues that Floridians face on a daily basis.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2025
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“The multitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20multitude. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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