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a lot vs alot

“A lot” is the correct way to say it. It means “many” or “a large amount.” For example, “I have a lot of work to do” or “There are a lot of people here.” “Alot” is just a misspelling. It shouldn’t be used.

“An audit by an accounting firm is a much better way of fostering compliance than a lot of regulations.”

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a lot

3,770,000,000 examples found

I have a lot of experience in the field of computer science. I have worked on a lot of different projects over the years.

I have a lot of friends in this town, we hang out a lot together. The city has a lot of interesting things to do and see, we always find something new.

Even though elite schools represent a small fraction of all undergrads, affluent students at elite schools borrow a lot.

We need a lot more electricians if we’re going to electrify everything.

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alot

(Misspelling)

86,400,000 examples found

I met alot of good friends at work.

Do alot of people pay full upfront for car?

From then on I had alot of problems with my hip and back 


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