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Rule "a large number of (many)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: a large number of (many)
Message: To reduce wordiness, try specifying a number or using 'many' or 'numerous' instead.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/wordiness/
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • There's a large number of archaeological sites which include the Minoan sites of Knossos and Phaistos, the classical site of Gortys, and the diverse archaeology of the island of Koufonisi which includes Minoan, Roman, and World War II ruins.
    Correction suggestion: are many, are numerous
ID: LARGE_NUMBER_OF [3]
Version: 6.8-SNAPSHOT (2025-10-25 22:33:08 +0200)