as in amount
a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter the sum of human knowledge is now so immense that even a highly educated person can hope to absorb only a tiny quantum of it

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Recent Examples of quantum Cryptographically relevant quantum computing (CRQC), a subset capable of breaking current public-key cryptography, is on the horizon. Jackie Shoback, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 The program seeks to promote the expansion of next-generation technology such as AI and quantum computing that are expected to drive future economic development and job growth. Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 18 June 2025 Orlik calls his method quantum painting—an attempt to depict both the outer and the inner, subatomic life of things. Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 June 2025 Following his own research into how the blood sugar regulating hormone GLP-1 could impact alcohol use disorder, as well as learning about the concept of quantum change, Jensen decided to look into what psilocybin could do for heavy drinkers. Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for quantum
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  • The cruise line is based in Hamburg, Germany and draws a substantial amount from the European market (especially Germany).
    Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
  • Her lady-in-waiting’s husband, Lord Colin Tennant, spent vast amounts of his fortune on transforming Mustique, a tiny island in the Caribbean, into a party resort for the rich and famous.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
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  • With a double harbor set at the tip of a long and sinewy peninsula on a highly strategic coastline, Knidos grew rich from its favorable natural position and from trading wine, olive oil and vast quantities of amphorae.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
  • However, possessing large quantities of dangerous fireworks can be prosecuted as a felony in California.
    Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2025

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