as in cumulative
produced by a series of additions of identical or similar things
certain drugs have additive effects when taken in conjunction with each other that one doesn't see when any one is used alone
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Recent Examples of additive
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
According to a 1958 law, companies looking to introduce a new food additive into the food supply are supposed to file a petition with the FDA, triggering a lengthy process of scientific investigation and public comment.
—Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
There are nine color additives approved by the FDA for use in food, according to the agency’s site.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Potassium bromate is an additive sometimes used in bread and other baked goods to strengthen the texture of the dough.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
According to a 1958 law, companies looking to introduce a new food additive into the food supply are supposed to file a petition with the FDA, triggering a lengthy process of scientific investigation and public comment.
—Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
Noun
Mares and his team also remove the kinds of additives and ingredients like seed oils targeted by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the Make America Healthy Again crowd.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
There are nine color additives approved by the FDA for use in food, according to the agency’s site.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for additive
Adjective
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This created what's termed a natural experiment, in that the populations born a few weeks on either side of this data should be roughly equivalent in terms of health risks and cumulative exposure.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
3 Apr. 2025
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The ordinance would be the next step after the 2023 release of a cumulative impact assessment that analyzed how exposure to toxins, socioeconomic factors and health conditions vary throughout Chicago.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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In addition, that subsidiary operates over 35 locations through its Town & Country Industries division that specializes in pool and patio, hurricane and industrial building products.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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Now, its spinoff subsidiary, Eve, is developing electric aircraft for the eVTOL segment.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Iconic — and the perfect accompaniment to a try of protein-rich deviled eggs made with London’s favorite recipe.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
4 Apr. 2025
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The adaptation is now coming to California via an American Ballet Theatre premiere, featuring music by Joby Talbot and accompaniment by the Pacific Symphony.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Think of it as the perfect complement to a facelift—an ideal annual tune-up to help maintain a refreshed, youthful look.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Blackmon, who would be an ideal complement to Tre’von Moehrig, has been in and out of the Colts’ lineup for years with consistent injury woes.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2025
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These fast-acting patches are an excellent alternative to natural pill supplements.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Your doctor will order a quick blood test and advise which supplements to add to your daily routine to restore balance and increase nail strength.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Additive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additive. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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