a lot

adverb

1
: to a considerable degree or extent : much, lots
This is a lot nicer.
I liked it a lot. [=very much]
2
: often, frequently
Do you travel a lot?

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So, if her characters talk about food a lot, that's why. Tiara Allen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 There’s a lot more still playing out further down, in legislative, county and city races. Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024 Beyond running, Steiner said their group of young women spent a lot of time together. Nicole Chavez, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024 During the Rut Hunting buck bedding requires a lot of planning and consideration. Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for a lot 

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of a lot was in 1821

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“A lot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20lot. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.

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