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as in properties
a small piece of land that is developed or available for development
the softball team often plays in the vacant lot down at the end of the street
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as in tons
a considerable amount
you'll need to do a lot of studying for the test you sure bought a lot of clothing
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as in fields
a small area of usually open land
there were still plenty of Christmas trees available for sale in the lot
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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
the auctioneer next introduced a lot containing several pieces of fine china
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as in destinies
a state or end that seemingly has been decided beforehand
will it always be my lot to be picked last in gym class?
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as in bunches
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
you should stop hanging out with that lot, or you'll end up in trouble
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the school has a very strong science department, because there's not one bad teacher in the lot
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as in allots
to give as a share or portion
everyone is lotted opportunities in life, and it's their responsibility to take them
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Recent Examples of lots
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Each sketch was packed with mocking details, such as long red ties, Big Macs and lots and lots of gold, to drive home her point.
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Jan Ellen Spiegel,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
City officials said the new four-hour time limits at the OB beach lots are about creating more turnover there, where people often occupy spots for long hours.
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David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2026
The California State Legislature is set to vote this week on SB 1090, which, if approved, would temporarily block certain housing density laws that allow split lots and multi-unit construction on single-family Altadena lots.
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Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Arrive two to three hours before kickoff to avoid heavy delays, and buy parking passes early since day-of credit card lots are limited and more expensive.
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System Process,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Google co-founder Page bought several waterfront lots in Coconut Grove late last year and early this year.
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Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
There’s always lots to do in the north suburbs for the Fourth of July holiday—from parades to family activities, to fireworks and more.
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Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Audiences will see lots of red, white and blue, and hear patriotic songs and pop music.
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Bill Chappell,
NPR,
28 June 2026
Noun
Legend has it that when an unsuspecting new man on the paper’s composing desk left out the agate type one day there were lots of problems for bettors and bookies across the city.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Each sketch was packed with mocking details, such as long red ties, Big Macs and lots and lots of gold, to drive home her point.
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Jan Ellen Spiegel,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
City officials said the new four-hour time limits at the OB beach lots are about creating more turnover there, where people often occupy spots for long hours.
—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2026
The California State Legislature is set to vote this week on SB 1090, which, if approved, would temporarily block certain housing density laws that allow split lots and multi-unit construction on single-family Altadena lots.
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Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Arrive two to three hours before kickoff to avoid heavy delays, and buy parking passes early since day-of credit card lots are limited and more expensive.
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System Process,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Google co-founder Page bought several waterfront lots in Coconut Grove late last year and early this year.
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Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
There’s always lots to do in the north suburbs for the Fourth of July holiday—from parades to family activities, to fireworks and more.
—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Audiences will see lots of red, white and blue, and hear patriotic songs and pop music.
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Bill Chappell,
NPR,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lots
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The legislation also seeks to limit large investors — those with at least 350 properties — from buying homes.
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The luxury market typically tops out in the $30-million to $40-million range in Orange County, though some properties are aiming higher, including a San Juan Capistrano ranch asking $85 million and an 11,500-square-foot mansion in Newport Coast listed for $68 million.
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Having a few good friends can be more meaningful than having tons.
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There are tons of other great Spanx deals to shop over the Fourth of July weekend.
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His companies have redrawn the boundaries of multiple economic fields—the automotive industry, the aerospace sector, satellite communications—and his direct influence has helped transform the world’s most powerful government.
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The magnetic pull for those whose ultimate prize is privacy and connection to nature is towards gardens, forests, fields and beachfronts that stretch into the distance, delineating possibilities.
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Stake your cherry tomatoes early to avoid damaging stems or fruits and ensure proper support for heavy clusters.
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Investigations to identify potential clusters and sources of illness are ongoing.
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Meanwhile, Mirren wants to store her fest statue, which keeps mysteriously appearing next to an Oscar statuette, in its box in a different take on Karlovy Vary winners’ and trophies’ destinies.
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Drawn into a love story with a familiar collaborator as her path intersects with women of different ages and cultural backgrounds, all fighting to take control of their own destinies, Maxine finds herself on a journey of self-discovery that forces her to confront the choices shaping her life.
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Mexico enters a must-win World Cup knockout against Ecuador at Azteca after a perfect group stage, three clean sheets and record-shattering crowds.
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Travelers can arrive only 15 minutes before departure, skip the usual airport crowds with minimal security screening in a private, quiet terminal, and fly aboard a 30-seat semi-private jet with unlimited snacks and drinks.
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Large friendship groups can be a really cool experience, but can also pose challenges in terms of the depths of intimacy that can be cultivated with each person.
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Its beachfront villas suit multigenerational families and friend groups alike, with activities ranging from oyster roasts to horseback riding, shooting, golf, biking, kayaking, boating and fishing.
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When a team allots minutes to so many young players simultaneously, lapses in concentration and on-court mistakes are bound to happen.
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“Lots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lots. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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