as in increase
something added (as by growth)
had an accrual of $100 through interest on my savings account last year
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Recent Examples of accrual
Setting Up and Using Zoho Books After creating an account in Zoho Books, new users can personalize the site by completing the Organization Profile, which asks for contact information and other details, like base currency, report basis (cash or accrual), and fiscal year.
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PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024
While avoiding vacation accruals and payouts is certainly one factor, there are several other reasons why companies implement such policies.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 24 Sep. 2024
There are more than 200 unanswered texts in her phone, an unusual accrual for someone who is typically more prompt.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024
Financial leadership also requires staying attuned to technology applications that link together financial information, such as systems for real-time reporting of budgets and accruals.
—Annette Klososky, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024
While avoiding vacation accruals and payouts is certainly one factor, there are several other reasons why companies implement such policies.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 24 Sep. 2024
There are more than 200 unanswered texts in her phone, an unusual accrual for someone who is typically more prompt.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024
Financial leadership also requires staying attuned to technology applications that link together financial information, such as systems for real-time reporting of budgets and accruals.
—Annette Klososky, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accrual
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The average premium increase is estimated around 7%, according to a report from insurance research site ValuePenguin.com.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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All too often, the dance between providers and insurers results in further price increases that are passed along to policyholders in higher premiums.John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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When asked about forecasts of future bitcoin gains that could ease the nation’s debt, Kumar says the long-term outlook for bitcoin remains uncertain.Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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Crime has also been an issue for Democrats in cities like New York, where Republicans made significant gains with all types of voters this year.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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The appointee will be essential in carrying out Trump’s aggressive immigration plans, in addition to the agency’s duties surrounding cybersecurity, antiterrorism and emergency response.Sara Dorn, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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In addition to this, Smith celebrated 17 top-five finishes, leading numerous laps across various tracks.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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All three of the distinct Southern Indiana sites are being preserved due to their unique natural features, and that work is getting a boost from an unlikely duo: developers working on alternative energy projects — and endangered bats.Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Dec. 2024
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Friday’s announcement that the CHP will remain in Oakland for an additional month amounts to an extra boost to Newsom’s previous CHP deployment, which began in the city in February.Anabel Sosa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Accrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accrual. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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