1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a batch of essays to correct
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2
as in group
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
send in the next batch of applicants
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as in to bunch
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Recent Examples of batch
Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025
There may be a lull in storms in the afternoon, but there is also a chance that once the first round dissipates, another batch of severe weather forms on the eastern fringes of the area.
—Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 15 May 2025
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2025
These test results can also be accessed by entering a product’s name or batch number on the manufacturer’s website.
—C. Michael White, The Conversation, 14 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Make a big batch of vegetable soup to save for lunches.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025
There may be a lull in storms in the afternoon, but there is also a chance that once the first round dissipates, another batch of severe weather forms on the eastern fringes of the area.
—Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 15 May 2025
Verb
There will be future releases of Jack Daniel’s 14 Year Old, but batch one is already selling for astronomical prices on the secondary market, sometimes more than quadruple its $150 suggested retail price.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2025
These test results can also be accessed by entering a product’s name or batch number on the manufacturer’s website.
—C. Michael White, The Conversation, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for batch
Noun
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Since then, the cry for additional testing and a review of the cancer cluster has only gotten louder.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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The star cluster that makes up Queen Berenice’s hair is made up of very young stars, about 500 million years old.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Israel imposed a blockade on all supplies entering Gaza in March, saying Hamas was seizing supplies meant for civilians - a charge the group denies.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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After my murder, they were all questioned by him in front of the group.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The image was snapped at a slight angle, concealing the fact that numerous rings are bunched together at the center, and the inter-ring spacing grows larger on the periphery.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
5 Feb. 2025
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This ended up being the final time the pack was bunched together in Christopher Bell’s victory.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2025
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The vast collection of archival materials and ephemera spans over 30 years of the Filipina artist’s career, from her time in the Bay Area during the mid-70s through her passing in 2004.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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La Jetée, named after Chris Marker’s eponymous 1962 futuristic short film, is also home to one of the biggest short film documentation centers and collections in the world, including the archives of the past editions of the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
29 May 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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That line will start sailing on June 17, with KMTC providing one vessel to the grouping.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Founded in 2016, Plus is partnering with an array of companies that include Amazon, Bosch, DSV, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Luminar, Scania / MAN / International (formerly Navistar) of the TRATON GROUP, and Transurban.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The Charlotte metro area boasts a stunning array of public lakes, each with its own charm and recreational opportunities.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The band first made a name for themselves in the mid 2000s with their 2006 album Dear Love: A Beautiful Discord.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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The band posted a tribute to Williams on their Instagram page.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
Verb
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His Cabinet is also stacked with members who are equally as supportive of the digital market.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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The defending World Series champs are stacked with elite hitters who practically refuse to chase pitches out of the zone.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2025
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“Batch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batch. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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