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Posted: **21 May 2021, 12:46**

What's the verdict nowadays for using the phrase "a lot" to mean "numerous"?
I know that we say it when talking, but in writing it is not supposed to be used ( or the other version "alot")

"A lot" is an empty spot without a building standing etc.

Posted: **22 May 2021, 01:56**

I use "a lot" in my reviews frequently and have never been dinged for it.

Posted: **22 May 2021, 09:14**

MsTri wrote: ↑22 May 2021, 01:56 I use "a lot" in my reviews frequently and have never been dinged for it.

Ok, I just wanted to make sure. thanks

Posted: **22 May 2021, 23:02**

"alot" is not in the dictionary. "Lot" is though. One definition is: "a great many or a great deal." Random House has the example: "a lot of books." It does suggest that this is informal.

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