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Dozen

usgb/ˈdʌzn/Volume
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Used when you need to specify exactly twelve items, not more, not less. SlideShe ordered a dozen cupcakes for the party.
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Commonly paired with certain items like 'eggs' or 'roses' to indicate a standard pack or bundle. SlideHe gifted her a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day.
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GroupingPlay
Use 'dozen' to make counting larger quantities simpler by grouping them into twelves. SlideThe bakery sold cookies by the dozen.