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as in extensions
a smaller structure added to a main building
a new addition to the library providing space for an expanded video collection
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as in increases
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 accumulations
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 additions
At the time, renewable capacity additions were limited, and thermal coal inventories across major Asian markets were significantly lower.
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Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Puzo said the additions show the strength of Danbury Fair.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
The event also featured several newer additions, including a live painting activation by Charlotte artist Curtis King and a large-scale exhibition showcasing Black abstraction from the Gantt Center’s collection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
Serve tea with ice, unsweetened or with any additions.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
These additions join the existing Marchesi 1824 and Osservatorio Fondazione Prada, a space devoted to visual experimentation and research.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 19 June 2026
Near the entrance to the Stiner Pavilion premises facing the beach is a trailer housing one of the newest additions to the area this year — Alchemy Beach.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026
New additions include Rocket Lab, Astera Labs, Teradyne, Nebius, and CoreWeave, while Verisk, Cognizant, Insmed, Zscaler, and Charter Communications will be removed from the index.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 12 June 2026
The main cast additions in the final season include Titus Welliver as a DOJ prosecutor, Trevante Rhodes as Peter’s new partner — the part Rose played unofficially as a civilian in Season 2 — Li Jun Li as the partner’s wife and Elizabeth Lail as Peter’s ex-fiancée Zoe.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 June 2026
Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Puzo said the additions show the strength of Danbury Fair.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
The event also featured several newer additions, including a live painting activation by Charlotte artist Curtis King and a large-scale exhibition showcasing Black abstraction from the Gantt Center’s collection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
Serve tea with ice, unsweetened or with any additions.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
These additions join the existing Marchesi 1824 and Osservatorio Fondazione Prada, a space devoted to visual experimentation and research.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 19 June 2026
Near the entrance to the Stiner Pavilion premises facing the beach is a trailer housing one of the newest additions to the area this year — Alchemy Beach.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026
New additions include Rocket Lab, Astera Labs, Teradyne, Nebius, and CoreWeave, while Verisk, Cognizant, Insmed, Zscaler, and Charter Communications will be removed from the index.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 12 June 2026
The main cast additions in the final season include Titus Welliver as a DOJ prosecutor, Trevante Rhodes as Peter’s new partner — the part Rose played unofficially as a civilian in Season 2 — Li Jun Li as the partner’s wife and Elizabeth Lail as Peter’s ex-fiancée Zoe.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for additions
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Paramount’s core belief is that brand extensions — including, in the current vernacular, immersive experiences such as restaurants — can’t be exploitative.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Greene also says using braiding hair or extensions that match your natural texture can help camouflage inevitable frizz.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Even with increases in public funding, the demand for affordable childcare significantly outpaces supply, especially for infants.—
Michelle Cottle,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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While most of those states lean to the left, and Democratic legislators are far more likely to back minimum wage increases than Republicans, several staunchly conservative states similar to Oklahoma have passed higher minimum wages by ballot initiative.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The snowpacks that feed the river hit their lowest level on record this year, with snow accumulations in Colorado’s high country peaking a month early in March and containing just half the average moisture.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
8 June 2026
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In this case, that would take 16 multiplication operations and 16 additions (or four accumulations).—
Olivia Hsu,
IEEE Spectrum,
28 Apr. 2026
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On a similar point, the most recent Art Basel & UBS Art Market Report noted major boosts to the Old Masters and Impressionism markets.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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Pre-tournament friendlies provided boosts.—
The Athletic Soccer Experts,
New York Times,
12 June 2026
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The days when a team of Brazil’s stature could simply rely on their technical ability and flair are long gone; every side have to work on the small details, analysing their own players and their opponents in depth, looking for marginal gains rather than making assumptions.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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Right-skewed performance distributions show a minority of firms capturing disproportionate long-term gains through sustained customer and employee value.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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“Additions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additions. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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