as many

phrase

: the same in number
saw three plays in as many days

Examples of as many in a Sentence

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The film unit did not do as well, partly because there weren’t as many box office releases in the first quarter compared to the same period a year ago. — ABC News, 31 July 2026 The publicist shared with Reuters a letter that the actor sent to Didier Bremond, mayor of Brignoles, expressing his concerns as many regions of France battle wildfires. — Reuters, NBC news, 30 July 2026 Meanwhile, at James Madison, Chesney had three running backs with as many yards last season. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026 Dallas led by as many as 12 points entering the fourth quarter, but Atlanta outscored the Wings 30-17 in the final period. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for as many

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1540, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of as many was circa 1540

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asm
as many
as many as
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“As many.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20many. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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