1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a recalculation of the year's income that resulted in a plus in the company's profits
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2
as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
the supply of cranberries is greatly in plus of the demand for them in the market
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as in extra
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Recent Examples of plus
Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
This cuts down on payment disruptions and is a big plus for businesses with recurring payments or subscriptions.
—Robert Day, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2025
The plus side of using generative AI for coping with imposter syndrome is that the AI can readily do these three major helpful actions:
(1) Boost self-confidence.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Earlier last month, armed gangs attacked Haiti’s National Penitentiary, releasing nearly 4,000 inmates, and the Croix-des-Bouquets Civil prison, releasing an additional 1,000 plus inmates.
—Ashley Carnahan, Fox News, 6 Apr. 2024
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Noun
Games like craps and Keno are also available, which is a huge plus.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
This cuts down on payment disruptions and is a big plus for businesses with recurring payments or subscriptions.
—Robert Day, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Russell recorded the second-highest plus/minus in that game at plus-2.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2025
The plus side of using generative AI for coping with imposter syndrome is that the AI can readily do these three major helpful actions:
(1) Boost self-confidence.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Preposition
Much of the decor in its new home highlights the brand’s century plus existence, including a few pop culture highlights.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Earlier last month, armed gangs attacked Haiti’s National Penitentiary, releasing nearly 4,000 inmates, and the Croix-des-Bouquets Civil prison, releasing an additional 1,000 plus inmates.
—Ashley Carnahan, Fox News, 6 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
Noun
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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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Adjusted operating income was $2.15 billion, an increase over 2023’s $1.86 billion.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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After years of a financial surplus, Maryland now faces an unprecedented fiscal challenge, one that will have far-reaching consequences for state programs, essential services and taxpayers.—
J.B. Jennings,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Feb. 2025
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Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 was virtually unchanged after Japan’s government reported a record current account surplus last year.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Campbell and Potgieter were neck and neck until the second extra hole, the par-5 18th, where Campbell carded a birdie after a lucky tree bounce.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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While the incident occurred outside of school hours and there were no reports of students or staff being at the school at the time, South Elgin police were doing extra patrols around the school Tuesday as a precaution, Czechowski said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In addition to Steilen, the ReSet slate included John Robinson for highway commissioner, Tami O’Brien for clerk, Sara Palermo for collector and Ken Marcin, Chris Sievers, Don Melody and Keith Gray for trustees.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Shifting Consumer Behavior Means Tech Is Essential In addition to wanting the flexibility to shop from anywhere, consumers also demand both quick fulfillment and unique shopping experiences.—
Kristjan Vilosius,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The excesses of 1980s academia are ripe fodder for de Kretser’s mordant wit, but her aim here is more ambitious — and the results more rewarding.—
Emily Eakin,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Even accounting for the excesses of the early 2000's, that average fell to 1.225 million homes per year from 2001 to 2020.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
Noun
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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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The benefits of this can be observed in various ways: Perspective gain.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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Overview Few cars are capable of serving the gods of both comfort and sportiness as well as the 2023 BMW 3-series sedan.—
Eric Stafford,
Car and Driver,
22 Mar. 2023
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This duo increases cell turnover and gives retinol-like results, like improving texture, redness, firmness, as well as the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, without the negative side effects.—
Katie Intner,
Harper's BAZAAR,
21 Mar. 2023
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“Plus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plus. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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