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The phrase "a number of competitors" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to multiple competitors in a particular context, such as a market, competition, or event.
Example: "In the recent tournament, a number of competitors showcased their skills and strategies."
Alternatives: "several competitors" or "multiple competitors".
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There are, of course, a number of competitors in the space.
It has spurred a number of competitors.
But Flickr has since been usurped by a number of competitors, but none have completely replaced it.
Mr. Dempsey topped a number of competitors, including the 800-pound gorilla in the coffee world, Starbucks.
EUGENE, Ore .— On Sunday, after fending off a number of competitors, shot-putter Reese Hoffa made the U.S. Olympic team for a third time.
Mr. Saffo watched a number of competitors and local banks go under, and eventually propped up his weakened firm by merging with a Coldwell Banker franchise.
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That achievement shocked a number of CBS competitors.
"Saks Inc. is more highly leveraged than a number of its competitors," Ms. Jameson added.
As a result of the financial crisis a number of big competitors have disappeared.
In the past few years, a number of electronic competitors have emerged, contending that the N.Y.S.E.'s model is flawed.
"We are soundly financed, and we believe we are much better positioned than a number of our competitors".
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