as in increase
the act or process of becoming greater in number
there's been a steady multiplication in our attic of obsolete video equipment as new technologies come on the market
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Recent Examples of multiplication
This natural multiplication effect means communities can solve problems faster than individuals working alone.
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Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
This is the equivalent of linear algebra—performing matrix multiplication.
—Ars Technica, 12 Jan. 2025
With clock addition and clock multiplication, the clock numbers meet the criteria for what mathematicians call a ring.
—Courtney Gibbons, The Conversation, 15 May 2025
The internal workings of generative systems are based on matrix multiplication operations.
—Scharon Harding – May 14, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2025
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Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
This is the equivalent of linear algebra—performing matrix multiplication.
—Ars Technica, 12 Jan. 2025
With clock addition and clock multiplication, the clock numbers meet the criteria for what mathematicians call a ring.
—Courtney Gibbons, The Conversation, 15 May 2025
The internal workings of generative systems are based on matrix multiplication operations.
—Scharon Harding – May 14, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for multiplication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multiplication
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In Porter County, 1,420 students used vouchers, a 302-student increase from the previous year.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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But without a catalyst such as activist interest, M&A potential, or insider accumulation, the market has little reason to reprice the risk.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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The Lions will need to find a way to cope with the absence of goalkeeper Pedro Gallese and captain Robin Jansson after both received yellow cards against Charlotte and are suspended due to yellow-card accumulation.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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The beverage program will offer an extensive selection of Old World wines with an emphasis on Italian Barolo vintages in addition to an exciting cocktail menu.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In addition to the bedrooms, the home features a small but charming kitchen with modern cabinets and spacious countertops, as well as a dining area that accommodates a small table.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
8 July 2025
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“Multiplication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multiplication. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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