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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 the stress of managing multiple roles, which can be intense, adults may feel that others don’t understand their struggles and may feel cut off from family and other students.
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Lauren Smith, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
The Israeli government and Prime Minister Netanyahu still use the term the West Bank in addition to using Judea and Samaria.
—Barak Ravid, Axios, 26 Feb. 2025
In addition to Taylor, Christina shares son Brayden, 9, with Tarek.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
In addition to premiering on MGM+ in the U.S., Robin Hood will be available on MGM+ platforms in the UK, Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2025
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Lauren Smith, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
The Israeli government and Prime Minister Netanyahu still use the term the West Bank in addition to using Judea and Samaria.
—Barak Ravid, Axios, 26 Feb. 2025
In addition to Taylor, Christina shares son Brayden, 9, with Tarek.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
In addition to premiering on MGM+ in the U.S., Robin Hood will be available on MGM+ platforms in the UK, Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addition
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Because of last season’s run, Keatts earned a contract extension that upped his buyout.—
Brendan Marks,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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For consumers, getting started is as simple as installing a Chrome extension.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Their expertise drives significant profit growth and revenue increase as well as U.S. expansion.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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If European election results last year - which saw an 18% increase in 16–34-year-olds voting for the AfD - are a barometer, the rise nationally among the same group could form a significant part of the AfD’s likely climb into second place.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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Not to be overlooked is Basel’s more contemporary-orientated Kunstmuseum Basel, with its new annex designed in 2016 by local architects Christ & Gantenbein.—
Adam H. Graham,
AFAR Media,
10 Feb. 2025
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Nine years later, Lowell, which consists of three facilities — the main unit, the annex and a work camp — spends 46 percent less per inmate on healthcare and 36 percent less on education.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
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The second season of the blockbuster series Squid Game, plus the original movie Carry-On, gave the viewer numbers a huge boost.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Related article Trump delivers another blow to Ukraine and a new boost to Putin But Trump’s boosting of Russia goes well beyond rhetoric.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
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Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2025
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This accumulation of people represents the future of the NFL, from coaches to executives to agents and even fashion moguls.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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The benefits of this can be observed in various ways: Perspective gain.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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As Trump delivers on the economy and the border, foreign policy threatens gains.—
Matthew Continetti,
National Review,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addition. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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