so many
Idioms-
Such a large number, as in There were so many guests that we didn't have enough chairs . [First half of 1200s]
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An unspecified number, as in There allegedly are so many shrimp per pound, but of course the exact number depends on their size and weight . [First half of 1500s]
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Forming a group, as in The reporters turned on the speaker like so many tigers let loose . [c. 1600]
Example Sentences
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This is the first time the government's crisis response programme has covered more than one country, and it has never previously handled so many people.
From BBC
Sharon added that she wanted to "thank everybody for their love that they have shown for Ozzy over so many years. It's not taken lightly."
From BBC
Because so many plate scanners are in private hands, it’s difficult to say how many of the devices are in operation citywide.
From Los Angeles Times
Using Unreal "gives us access to a broad swath" of developers, he said, calling it "an ubiquitous tool that so many people will use and get".
From Barron's
About the only question regarding the Trailblazers has been with so many top players, would they be unselfish enough to share the ball with teammates?
From Los Angeles Times
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