quantity
Idioms (12)
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for good measure
CEFR B2as an extra addition beyond what is strictly necessary
Neutral -
few and far between
CEFR B2rare and separated by long intervals or distances
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to the tune of
CEFR B2amounting to a stated, usually substantial, quantity or sum
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every last
CEFR B1all members or items in a group, with no exceptions at all
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odds and ends
CEFR B2a collection of small, miscellaneous items, especially things left over
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bits and bobs
CEFR B2a mixed group of small, unrelated items or leftover pieces
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unknown quantity
CEFR B2a person or factor whose nature, ability, or effect cannot yet be predicted
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cost the earth
CEFR B2to be extraordinarily expensive
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go overboard
CEFR B2to do more than is reasonable, appropriate, or necessary
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far and away
CEFR B2By a very large margin, especially when one option or person clearly surpasses the rest.
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run the gamut
CEFR C1to cover the entire range of possible types, reactions, or conditions
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in spades
CEFR B2in exceptional abundance or to a remarkably high degree
Neutral