Starting a new business involves a certain amount of risk.
Starting a new business involves a certain amount of risk.
English
amount
əˈmaʊnt
Meaning: quantity; sum
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Example sentences
She spent a considerable amount of money on her new car.
She spent a considerable amount of money on her new car.
We must reduce the amount of plastic waste.
We must reduce the amount of plastic waste.
The government is trying to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals in the water.
The government is trying to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals in the water.
We have a limited amount of time.
We have a limited amount of time.
Usage Notes
Used especially for uncountable things or sums of money. Often used in phrases like 'a large amount of' or 'a small amount of'.
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