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Definition (quite) a number of something in American English

(quite) a number of something phrase

phrase
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used for giving a general idea of how many people or things you are referring to

Example

A number of students (=more than a few, but not many) have part-time jobs.

Example

We've met on a number of occasions.

Example

Quite a number of paintings (=many paintings) have been sold.

Synonyms and related words
hoard wall windfall
Definition (quite) a number of something in American English