quite a lot

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1. phrasea large or considerable amount

Usage context

Used to emphasize the abundance or magnitude of something. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing quantities, qualities, or degrees.

Examples

  1. I have quite a lot of work to do today.

  2. There's quite a lot of traffic on the highway this morning.

  3. She has quite a lot of experience in the field.

  4. The store had quite a lot of interesting items on sale.

  5. The company has quite a lot of money invested in research and development.

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2. phraseto a great or significant extent

Usage context

Used to indicate a high degree or intensity of something. This phrase can be used to modify adjectives or adverbs, emphasizing their magnitude or impact.

Examples

  1. I'm quite a lot happier now that I've graduated.

  2. The children were quite a lot calmer after they finished their nap.

  3. He's feeling quite a lot better since he started taking the medication.

  4. The house was quite a lot brighter after they painted the walls.

  5. I'm quite a lot more confident about my skills now.

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