: existing or occurring as an increase or addition : additional, further
an issue that has gained added importance in recent months
an added attraction/advantage
providing added value
Examples of added in a Sentence
ever since his mother got sick, he's had the added responsibility of getting his little sister ready for school
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An added bonus is that the cup is spill-free.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Vanilla contains trace antioxidants and can enhance sweetness, helping reduce added sugar.
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Betts, a senior, was asked Thursday if there was any added pressure for this Bruins squad, which is loaded with fellow seniors who know what’s on the line in Phoenix.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Roasted almonds can contain added salt, fat, and sugar.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Vanilla contains trace antioxidants and can enhance sweetness, helping reduce added sugar.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2026
Betts, a senior, was asked Thursday if there was any added pressure for this Bruins squad, which is loaded with fellow seniors who know what’s on the line in Phoenix.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Roasted almonds can contain added salt, fat, and sugar.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for added
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“Added.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/added. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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