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The phrase "a proxy for lots" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to something that serves as a substitute or representative for a larger quantity or group.
Example: "In this study, the sample size is a proxy for lots of similar cases that were not included."
Alternatives: "a stand-in for many" or "a substitute for numerous".
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Mr Esty reckons that corruption (measured by Transparency International, an anti-corruption group) is a proxy for lots of other things, such as the rule of law and the protection of property rights, that have a big influence on how individuals treat natural resources.Interesting, yet nagging doubts remain about the methodology.
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Money-free PicksPal was able to beat the Vegas spread for sports, but probably serves as a proxy for a lot of the real sports gambling happening offline.
A lot of people look to a company's tech stack as a proxy for progressiveness and innovation.
While Twitter can reveal a lot about user interests and interactions, Foursquare check-ins provide a proxy for human mobility.
I have used EST data as a proxy for gene expression in this study and this is known to be associated with a lot of problems, like relatively shallow and biased library coverage [ 29].
Signing a proxy for an annual meeting.
Unemployment claims are a proxy for layoffs.
Jobless claims are a proxy for layoffs.
Applications are a proxy for layoffs.
"It's a proxy for enthusiasm".
A letter is a proxy for your self.
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