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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
the cache of old stamps I found in the discarded desk was a huge addition to my stamp collection
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as in accumulating
the act or process of becoming greater in number
how do you account for the addition of more paint stains on your shirt after you put on a smock?
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Recent Examples of addition
In addition to revoking security clearances of Biden allies, the president also stripped the security protections of some of his own former officials.
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Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to the classic pimiento or egg salad, patrons can also try a chicken sandwich, barbecue sandwich, chicken salad sandwich, ham and rye sandwich, or club sandwich for $3.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to his base pay, Wade earned $10,000 this year for winning the Southland Conference regular season title, $30,000 for winning the league’s postseason tournament, $15,000 for being named the Southland Coach of the Year and $25,000 for winning an NCAA Tournament game.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to the ecological benefits, Veja also sees the program as a way to learn more about its own products and how people wear them.
—Emilia Petrarca, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
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Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to the classic pimiento or egg salad, patrons can also try a chicken sandwich, barbecue sandwich, chicken salad sandwich, ham and rye sandwich, or club sandwich for $3.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to his base pay, Wade earned $10,000 this year for winning the Southland Conference regular season title, $30,000 for winning the league’s postseason tournament, $15,000 for being named the Southland Coach of the Year and $25,000 for winning an NCAA Tournament game.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 22 Mar. 2025
In addition to the ecological benefits, Veja also sees the program as a way to learn more about its own products and how people wear them.
—Emilia Petrarca, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addition
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With a double-wing extension, the compact home offers more interior space while still being portable and easy to relocate.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The Canucks would prefer to work out an extension over simply exercising their team option this summer.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Indeed, the complexities of contract negotiations extended far beyond the final proposals of 4% cost-of-living increases for teachers’ raises and thousands of additional staff members.—
Nell Salzman,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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The current model of two sites rather than four, like in the men’s NCAA Tournament, reduces overhead costs, and the increase in gate revenue is an additional boon.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Tucked within the garden is also a small independent building, which can be adapted to suit a variety of needs, from a private annex to a garage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2025
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When speaking with other RB residents waiting in line at the annex to pick up their mail, Flanery said many are not aware of why their mail is no longer being delivered near their homes.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2025
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The car bears more than just a striking resemblance to the standard 5000 CS Quattro, too; aside from a racing harness, a turbo boost knob, and a couple of extra gauges here and there, the interior looks stock.—
Christian Gilbertsen,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2025
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While the Glasgow Film Festival wrapped a few weeks ago with more than 33,000 people in attendance at the 12-day event, the festival’s industry program saw a big boost in attendance this year, with numbers up 15% year-on-year.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
27 Mar. 2025
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Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches, except locally higher amounts up to 24 inches over higher peaks.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Women, on the other hand, tend to approach investing with a greater sense of caution, often prioritizing wealth preservation over wealth accumulation.—
Odiri Oginni,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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If the stock rises to $150 by the time restrictions lapse and the individual sells at $200, the $100 gain ($200 - $100) is capital gain.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D.,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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As a result, the gains were too few and the costs were too high.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addition. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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