1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
a batch of essays to correct
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2
as in group
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
send in the next batch of applicants
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Recent Examples of batch
Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
The new batch of money is separate from a $245 million pool of new funds officials already allocated to help close looming budget gaps.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
The recall includes all flavors, sizes, and batch numbers of True Sea Moss brand Sea Moss Gel Superfood, which was packaged in 16 fluid-ounce glass jars and manufactured prior to January 9, 2026.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Reduce mixer speed to low and with motor running, add dry ingredients and banana mixture in 2 batches each, alternating between batches and mixing 30 seconds after each addition before adding the next.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
The new batch of money is separate from a $245 million pool of new funds officials already allocated to help close looming budget gaps.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
The researchers say this points toward continuous operation rather than batch processing.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
The recall includes all flavors, sizes, and batch numbers of True Sea Moss brand Sea Moss Gel Superfood, which was packaged in 16 fluid-ounce glass jars and manufactured prior to January 9, 2026.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for batch
Noun
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Now, research strengthens an alternative theory that attributes the cooling to a violent cluster of volcanic eruptions.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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When two galaxy clusters collide, the normal matter inside — mostly in the form of gas — would interact, experience friction, heat up, and emit X-rays.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At one point, my friend was added to a WeChat group that included nearly five hundred foreign actors, many of whom were sharing casting calls to make sure they weren’t being scammed.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Vikings could target him as an undrafted signing to bolster a defensive backs group that should look far different when the draft concludes.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bromley have five players bunched together near the halfway line, prepared to win second and third balls.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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In a 3-1 loss to the Giants, the Dodgers scored their only run by bunching four walks in one hitless inning.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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The result was a collection of photographs that both capture the culture and the people of Mexico and record Hurst’s particular proclivities, the food that fed his hungry eye.—
Chris Wiley,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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Notable items from their collections include Charlotte’s Prada coat from the Spring 2023 Menswear collection and Miranda’s vintage Issey Miyake coat.—
Kailyn Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The student center features comfortable leather furniture – easier to clean up spills – arranged in groupings so students could chat with each other, perhaps study together, perhaps even just take a nap.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Some Cypress Village residents are beseeching the city to keep it that way, even as the HOA applies to let the pickle balling resume.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jokic came off a pin-down from Braun to catch on the right wing — again making Gobert chase him around a screen — but air-balled the 3-pointer.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Families can immerse themselves in awe-inspiring landscapes and see rare wildlife, while having access to a wide array of activities back on board.—
Jessica Puckett,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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While the array of legal challenges is a lot to manage, Donovan understands the privilege of even having legal representation.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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The movie explores the band’s success and even introduces viewers to their head of security, Bill Bray (KeiLyn Durrel Jones).—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
27 Apr. 2026
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Wesley is a female eagle with a black leg band.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Batch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batch. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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