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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, the monthly cost of Netflix’s premium plan will increase from $22.99 to $24.99.
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Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, our trading partners have warned the incoming Trump administration that implementing tariffs on American imports would trigger retaliation against U.S. exports, especially against U.S. farmers.
—Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, the unstoppable rise of AI capabilities means the scamdemic is set to grow.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, Arden Myrin (The Threesome, Quarter) will play Jana Milsap, Corey’s wife.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
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Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, our trading partners have warned the incoming Trump administration that implementing tariffs on American imports would trigger retaliation against U.S. exports, especially against U.S. farmers.
—Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, the unstoppable rise of AI capabilities means the scamdemic is set to grow.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 21 Jan. 2025
In addition, Arden Myrin (The Threesome, Quarter) will play Jana Milsap, Corey’s wife.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addition
Noun
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An extension would almost certainly lower Slater’s 2025 cap hit.—
Daniel Popper,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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The think tank concluded that policymakers must start planning for a future in which Belarus is effectively an extension of Russia.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ youth, reported a 33% increase in volume for its crisis line on Inauguration Day compared to the weeks leading up to Trump being sworn in as President.—
Solcyré Burga,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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But when capital projects are factored in, the overall spending plan calls for a 21.7% increase.—
Baltimore Sun,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Well positioned within the Warehouse District, this elegant hotel (formerly Maison de la Luz) was built in the early 1900s and served as an annex to New Orleans's former city hall.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Dec. 2024
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She had been tasked with removing a pile of rubble blocking an entrance to the annex of Structure 12.—
Peter Ross,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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Jovic provided a big boost off the bench, with 17 points (including three for four on three-pointers), to go along with six rebounds and four assists.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Following a hot start to the season, Atlanta has fallen back down to earth and is in need of a boost.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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Lighter snow is forecast for Rabbit Ears Pass, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Medicine Bow Range, with about 1 inch of accumulation.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
26 Jan. 2025
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The majority of Southeast Louisiana saw 4-8 inches of snow accumulation, however some areas received 10 inches of snowfall.—
Brandon Girod,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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All defenders have to see the play similarly and move as one with what’s coming at them, and if one player takes a step out of their responsibility, that can be the difference between stopping a play and a medium-to-long gain.—
Joe Buscaglia,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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The 2024 season was overall a bounce-back, but his end-of-year slide ate into those gains significantly.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addition. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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