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85

Description:

85 is a number that comes after 84 and before 86 in the English number system.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

1. Sense: Numerical Value

In mathematics, 85 is a cardinal number that represents a specific amount or quantity.

Sample Sentence:

John scored 85 on the math test, which was the highest grade in the class.

2. Sense: Age

85 is often used to represent a person's age, especially in milestones.

Sample Sentence:

Today is my grandmother's birthday, and she turns 85 years old.

3. Sense: Automotive Fuel Octane Rating

In the automotive industry, 85 refers to the octane rating of gasoline, indicating its resistance to knocking.

Sample Sentence:

It is recommended to use gasoline with an octane rating of at least 85 for high-performance engines.

4. Sense: Interstate Highway Number

In the United States, 85 is the designation for certain interstate highways.

Sample Sentence:

If you take Interstate 85 South, you will reach Atlanta in approximately two hours.

Possible Related Products:

• Math Books Related to 85
• 85 Themed Gifts
• Gasoline with Octane Rating 85
• Interstate Highway 85 Maps