as in many
being of a large but indefinite number
the obstacles that the programmers had to overcome have been legion
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as in throng
a great number of persons or creatures massed together
legions of fans crowded the stadium for the rock concert
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Recent Examples of legion
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 12 July 2025
And for the legions of blue-collar stiffs just like him.
—Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
There’s little value in continuing the property without new legions of fans to get hyped about Cruise’s death-defying antics.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 8 July 2025
Since the robotaxi launch, the legions of Musk and Tesla fans have proclaimed their enthusiasm for the service across the internet: on X, the social media app that Musk owns, and on other apps such as Reddit and TikTok.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 July 2025
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Noun
There was a side to Nixon, not reflected by Watergate or by the tapes, that to this day has inspired a legion of fine public servants. ...
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 12 July 2025
And for the legions of blue-collar stiffs just like him.
—Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
There’s little value in continuing the property without new legions of fans to get hyped about Cruise’s death-defying antics.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 8 July 2025
Since the robotaxi launch, the legions of Musk and Tesla fans have proclaimed their enthusiasm for the service across the internet: on X, the social media app that Musk owns, and on other apps such as Reddit and TikTok.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for legion
Adjective
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The following year, many non-certified staff were given a temporary $3.50 an hour pay bump using an influx of funding the district received amid the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Krista Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
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Instead, many recalls are initiated due to the potential risk of contamination in the food product.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Carpenter charges her army of supporters $7 a month.—
Justin Conklin,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The gun, a reproduction 1873 single-action army revolver, fired a live round inadvertently loaded by Hannah Gutierrez, the production's weapons handler.—
REUTERS,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
Noun
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On March 19, 2024, a throng of people in more casual attire appeared.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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The city blocked off Chicago Avenue between Lombard and Humphrey avenues, as throngs of visitors strolled the streets, and local store owners marveled at the crowds that were unusual for the area.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Like the fact that Annie told me she’s had no success connecting with Tennessee lawmakers like U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn about the situation, despite numerous attempts.—
Austin Hornbostel,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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The four-bedroom, four-bathroom getaway spans nearly 3,700 square feet and serves up panoramic ocean views via floor-to-ceiling windows, numerous skylights, and multiple terraces.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
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For the grand finale, singer, songwriter and actor Anthony Hamilton turned the dial down a few notches with a seemingly endless medley of southern R&B fitting for the festival's sophisticated, older crowd.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
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No Me Quiero Ir De Aqui with a show-stopping performance and two special guests: rising star Young Miko and salsa legend Gilberto Santa Rosa both came out to a roaring crowd and joined Benito onstage for a pair of songs.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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What to wear when there are multiple plans on the calendar?—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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The New York Jets and wide receiver Garrett Wilson agreed to a four-year extension worth $130 million on Monday, according to multiple reports.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Their hordes of fans, all in replica jerseys, found propping up the bars of finish towns until the town’s beer is finished, have their first moment of real celebration.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The singer had an electrifying and unpredictable onstage presence and a dry sense of humor that endeared him to hordes of adoring fans.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
22 July 2025
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Another way to fight the swarms this summer is to consider skipping a shower or two.—
Lauren KIm,
CNN Money,
30 July 2025
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Afterward, a swarm of black S.U.V.s ferried guests to the Hotel de Russie for dinner.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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“Legion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legion. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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