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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of complaints about that mail order firm is really accumulating
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as in collected
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassed
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulated
The killings, prosecutors said, stemmed from a drug debt Escobedo accumulated from a cocaine trafficking operation.
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Darlene Superville, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Through 11 games, Brown has accumulated 56 catches for 946 yards and five touchdowns.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Only four tight ends in franchise history accumulated more during their tenures.
—Oliver Thomas, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Only later, when many studies have accumulated lots of data and that data is analyzed through meta-analyses and systematic reviews, does the evidence solidify into a more robust scientific consensus.
—Josh Browning, Big Think, 18 Dec. 2024
The German distributor’s YouTube presence has accumulated 2 billion total views across its channels, which span genres from music to movies.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Even though the brand was founded in 2016 and accumulated a strong digital presence, Mothay explained that brick-and-mortar retail remains key.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Cruz blames the increasing fees on inflation and debt accumulated by past board members.
—Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Dec. 2024
Transfer tight end Zach Atkins, 6-5 and 245 pounds, of Division II Northwest Missouri State, has accumulated scholarship offers from Arkansas, Ole Miss, Kentucky, South Carolina, California, North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Houston, West Virginia and numerous others.
—Richard Davenport, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Darlene Superville, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Through 11 games, Brown has accumulated 56 catches for 946 yards and five touchdowns.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Only four tight ends in franchise history accumulated more during their tenures.
—Oliver Thomas, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Only later, when many studies have accumulated lots of data and that data is analyzed through meta-analyses and systematic reviews, does the evidence solidify into a more robust scientific consensus.
—Josh Browning, Big Think, 18 Dec. 2024
The German distributor’s YouTube presence has accumulated 2 billion total views across its channels, which span genres from music to movies.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Even though the brand was founded in 2016 and accumulated a strong digital presence, Mothay explained that brick-and-mortar retail remains key.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Cruz blames the increasing fees on inflation and debt accumulated by past board members.
—Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Dec. 2024
Transfer tight end Zach Atkins, 6-5 and 245 pounds, of Division II Northwest Missouri State, has accumulated scholarship offers from Arkansas, Ole Miss, Kentucky, South Carolina, California, North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Houston, West Virginia and numerous others.
—Richard Davenport, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulated
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While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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The average fees per card - which includes transaction fees, subscription fees, as well as commissions - increased 13% year over year in Q3.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Finally, accelerated demand led by corporate refugees is being met by a steady supply of businesses from retiring baby boomers.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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According to recent studies, the rate of change across several key factors has accelerated by 183% in the past four years, largely driven by emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence.—
Sherzod Odilov,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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This year, the Pinta Pride Project has assembled more than 800 letter writers from across the country to send out cards, letters and drawings to members of the community who have asked to be included.—
Hilary Shenfeld,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
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Once again, Schur has assembled a stellar cast of diverse characters, with crisp, whip-smart writing.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Dec. 2024
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In the clip, which has amassed more than 1 million views since Clement posted it this week, her brother can be seen wearing a fake mustache, sun glasses and a hat.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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The owner placed the camera on the ground and stepped back to the open space in the living room in the December 20 clip, which has amassed nearly 7 million views.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Pouch bag debuted at the label’s spring/summer 2020 collection, and its minimalist design featured a supple calfskin leather gently folded and gathered like a dumpling.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
4 Jan. 2025
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In a cruel irony, revelers had gathered to welcome a new beginning.—
Matthew Continetti,
National Review,
4 Jan. 2025
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In an economic study published in 1963, the historian Ping Chiu found that in California the two groups were mostly stratified into different labor pools, with the Chinese concentrated in lower-wage jobs in agriculture and industries such as textile and cigar manufacturing.—
Michael Luo,
The New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2025
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Espresso is bold, creamy, and intensely concentrated, while coffee is lighter and often served in much larger quantities.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
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The footage, which has garnered almost 225,000 views, captures a scenario familiar to anyone who has struggled with teaching their dog to reliably come when called.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Queens Shooting Another Wednesday incident in New York City that has garnered nationwide attention is a mass shooting at a nightclub.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Accumulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulated. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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