Sentence examples for in formidable numbers from inspiring English sources

Though a precise tally is elusive, Basques once roamed Idaho's sheep ranges in formidable numbers.

Against the formidable numbers to be sent against them in 1793 the French had their regular troops and the volunteers who had remained with the colours.

Those are not formidable numbers.

Bishop Blake brings formidable numbers to the fray.

Polls around the state in recent days have shown varied results, but have agreed on the main points: About three-fifths of the voters want Governor Davis out of office, a formidable number to overcome in such a short election.

The Chicago Symphony is unquestionably in formidable shape.

But Amazon is unusual in that it is becoming geographically entrenched across America — offering it potential grass-roots support — as it also becomes formidable in a number of sectors such as retail, government contracting and entertainment.

Given meagre election turnouts and the Brotherhood's formidable discipline, even in modest numbers its supporters make a difference.There is another wild card.

Mr Eisele (his name rhymes with "wisely") has formidable opposition in a number of re spects.

When Jerry Kelly from Madison, Wisconsin, steps up to the 1st tee at 6.30am on Thursday to get this 140th Open Championship under way, he will be ahead of a chasing pack of 50 fellow Americans who, in strength of numbers, look as formidable as ever.

Furthermore, GSE bonds are held in huge numbers by large companies and formidable countries.