quantity
When used as a countable noun, it refers to a specific amount (e.g., "a small quantity"). When used in the phrase "in quantity," it acts as an uncountable concept meaning 'in large amounts' or 'wholesale.' It is often contrasted with "quality." While quality describes how good something is, quantity describes how much of it there is.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is at the office and Leo is in his room gaming.
David Smith
Did you buy those chips in quantity like I told you? We need to pivot our snack strategy.
Leo Smith
stop using work words. i just grabbed a few bags, chill.
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David uses 'in quantity' to mean buying in bulk, combined with corporate jargon ('pivot our snack strategy') which reflects his personality as a manager who tries too hard. Leo responds with typical teenage brevity and dismissiveness.