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as in packs
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
that bunch goes out to lunch together every Friday
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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
bought a bunch of grapes
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a small bunch of people were sent to clean up the place
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as in sections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
a bunch in the blanket
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5
as in loads
a considerable amount
I have a bunch of thoughts on the matter, so grab a notepad
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the dress bunches a bit at the waist
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as in piles
to gather into a closely packed group
the slow service caused the customers at the pick-up counter to bunch up
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bunches
Noun
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That's in line with national travel projections for the end of the year.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
24 Dec. 2024 -
However, consumers are expected to be resilient, with consumer spending expected to stay robust despite projections of a slower holiday season.—
Lawrence Carrel,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The post had been liked more than 30,000 times, and Ted has since appeared in by his owner that pokes fun at the candid video becoming an unexpected viral sensation.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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Much of Lame's content pokes fun at life hacks, which, in his view, are baloney.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In one photo, Kristoff is outside, surrounded by piles of excrement and a plastic doghouse.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
30 Dec. 2024
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Letting the roast simmer for hours in a mixture of pickled jalapeño brine and fish sauce yields a fall-apart tangle of meat that’s wildly good on soft rolls or over piles of rice.—
Margaux Laskey,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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What followed was inspiring remarks for members of marginalized communities.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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Even the protections that preserve the park where de la Torre works contain exceptions for oil companies and Indigenous communities, and wildlife hunting is still rampant.—
Jessica Camille Aguirre,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But that expansion did not go quite as planned, as hundreds of drivers received erroneous tickets.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
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Despite his commercial success—which included Grammy nominations, hundreds of live shows, and collaborations with everyone from Madonna to Coldplay—Bergling struggled with life in the spotlight, and his unexpected death in 2018 would shock fans and fellow musicians alike.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Originating in Manhattan’s garment district, the brand combines a legacy of refined quality with modern technology to produce exclusive, handcrafted collections.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Pests can sometimes invade houseplant collections and cause issues, like yellow stippling on plant leaves.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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And that's where little cliques were formed.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
10 Dec. 2024
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With Venus entering your 11th house of friendships, networks and visions of the future, this transit could spark connections that challenge your social circles and cliques.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
29 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Houston, which saw heavy bands of rain that prompted flight delays on Christmas Eve, faces an enhanced risk of thunderstorms on Thursday, according to AccuWeather.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
27 Dec. 2024
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Houston, which saw heavy bands of rain that prompted flight delays on Christmas Eve, faces an enhanced risk of thunderstorms on Thursday, according to AccuWeather.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Bunches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bunches. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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