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as in introduces
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
the band recently added a saxophonist and a keyboard player to its ranks add another cup of flour to the mixture
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as in calculates
to combine (numbers) into a single sum
when she added all the phone charges herself, she discovered an error in her bill
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Recent Examples of adds
The hero ingredient in the Dae Desert Detox Clarifying Shampoo is the brand’s Signature Desert Botanical Blend, which moisturizes, fights frizz, adds shine, soothes the scalp, strengthens and prevents breakage.
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Men’s London Slip On This classic style of clog adds a supportive heel enclosure, so the shoe fits more snugly to your foot.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
Updating your drywall can provide a seamless look – and Sinclair notes that updated drywall adds insulation from noise and temperature fluctuations as well.
—Terri Williams, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
The first elf takes half the pile, Then adds three gifts more.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
The second elf takes half of what's left, And adds the same as before.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Specifically, the bill adds a new section to Title 36 that officially designates the bald eagle as the national bird of the nation.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
The surf edition, which adds an expansive aft sun pad and a wide swim platform with a pull-out step for safe access to the water, followed in September.
—Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
But that won’t be an issue for much longer, as the campus adds a brand-new entrance and envisions growth in the coming years to solidify its spot as a sort of mini village in Boca Raton.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Men’s London Slip On This classic style of clog adds a supportive heel enclosure, so the shoe fits more snugly to your foot.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
Updating your drywall can provide a seamless look – and Sinclair notes that updated drywall adds insulation from noise and temperature fluctuations as well.
—Terri Williams, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
The first elf takes half the pile, Then adds three gifts more.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
The second elf takes half of what's left, And adds the same as before.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Specifically, the bill adds a new section to Title 36 that officially designates the bald eagle as the national bird of the nation.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
The surf edition, which adds an expansive aft sun pad and a wide swim platform with a pull-out step for safe access to the water, followed in September.
—Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
But that won’t be an issue for much longer, as the campus adds a brand-new entrance and envisions growth in the coming years to solidify its spot as a sort of mini village in Boca Raton.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adds
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Maggie also introduces Quinn to her supply sergeant Conway (iCarly’s Laci Mosley), who reveals she’s taken advantage of the free-flowing military budget to accrue a secret closet full of valuable treasures for the base.Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Fender Electric Instruments introduces a single- and dual-pickup, solid-body electric guitar.Kurt Snibbe, Orange County Register, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lee Jung-jae says his measure of success for his own performance is telegraphing the complex morality of his character, as Gi-hun constantly calculates the correctness of his choices.Chad de Guzman, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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For example, if multiple VCs have invested in the same company at different stages, the model calculates a score for each VC based on their specific investment and level of participation.TrueBridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The stool passes through the ileum into an ostomy pouch that attaches to the stoma outside your body.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 31 Dec. 2024
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This $15 option from Basic Concepts attaches to your tray table, creating a swinging hammock that provides relief for tired, swollen feet.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
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Side Quest expands the Mythic Quest universe and looks at the impacts the game has on employees, players, and fans.Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
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The new step, announced by the White House on Wednesday, expands the PACT Act, a 2022 law that widened access to benefits and care for veterans exposed to burn pits used to dispose of trash and waste on military bases.Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Old Master art, religious or not, augments all kinds of Christmas décor by adding the patina of vintage values.Brian T. Allen, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
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Machine learning complements the cruise control, and evasive-steering assist augments the forward collision warning system.Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
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What's more, exposure to gluten, and therefore to its famous ‘alpha-gliadin’ molecule, increases the production of zonulin, a protein that promotes the stretching of the intestine's tight junctions at the intestinal level.Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Covering such varied stories reinforces the importance of empathy and understanding in storytelling.Austin American-Statesman, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Dec. 2024
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This approach ensures that the podcast reinforces the company's core values and mission in a way that resonates with employees.Fatima Zaidi, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Adds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adds. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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