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a striking number equal to vs a striking number

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "A striking number equal to" is used when you want to specify that the striking number is equal to something specific. On the other hand, "a striking number" can stand alone without the need for further specification.

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a striking number equal to

This phrase is correct when you want to specify that the striking number is equal to something specific.

This phrase is used when you want to provide additional information about the striking number, indicating that it is equal to a particular value or quantity.

Examples:

  • A striking number equal to the population of a small country.

Alternatives:

  • a striking number that equals
  • a striking number matching
  • a striking number equivalent to
  • a striking number corresponding to
  • a striking number that is the same as

a striking number

This phrase is correct when you want to refer to a remarkable or impressive number without further specification.

This phrase can be used on its own to emphasize the uniqueness or significance of a particular number.

Examples:

  • A striking number of people attended the event.
  • Aug 11, 2014 ... A Multilocus Species Delimitation Reveals a Striking Number of Species of Coralline Algae Forming Maerl in the OSPAR Maritime Area.
  • Aug 11, 2014 ... A multilocus species delimitation reveals a striking number of species of coralline algae forming Maerl in the OSPAR maritime area. Pardo C(1) ...
  • Shredding the rules. A striking number of innovative companies have business models that flout the law. May 2nd 2015 | From the print edition. Timekeeper.
  • Mar 18, 2016 ... Dr. Sue Lynn Ledford, public health division director, said a "striking number" of patients who were diagnosed with the sexually transmitted ...

Alternatives:

  • an impressive number
  • a remarkable quantity
  • a notable figure
  • a remarkable amount
  • a significant number

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