as in loads
a considerable amount
I received a ton of advice on the problem—all of it unsolicited
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as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
granite countertops became all the ton in kitchen decor
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Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
While opting for the white colorway will offer coastal appeal, like the brand’s Loire headboard, this one has tons of fabric options to personalize its design to match your aesthetic.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
There’s tons of furniture deals to explore at Pottery Barn, but these standouts are worth checking out first.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
The Amazfit Active 2 packs a ton of functionality for under $100 and still managers to offer a stainless steel case with 5 ATM water resistance.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 11 July 2025
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An ideal tennis bag for players who need to carry a ton of gear or like to tote the entire family’s worth of rackets, the Wilson Shift Super Tour 9 is a great option.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
While opting for the white colorway will offer coastal appeal, like the brand’s Loire headboard, this one has tons of fabric options to personalize its design to match your aesthetic.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
There’s tons of furniture deals to explore at Pottery Barn, but these standouts are worth checking out first.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
The Amazfit Active 2 packs a ton of functionality for under $100 and still managers to offer a stainless steel case with 5 ATM water resistance.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 11 July 2025
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“Ton.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ton. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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