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noun

Definition of plusnext
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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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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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plus

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adjective

as in extra

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plus

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preposition

as in including

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Recent Examples of plus
Noun
In Charlotte, Bogues helped lead the Hornets to three 50-plus win campaigns and four playoff appearances, including the team’s first postseason series victory in 1993. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026 The losses here on Klara and the Sun are ulimately minimal next to the $150M-plus that’s out there on the $160M net priced Tom Cruise starring Digger, which Alejandro Inarritu directed. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2026
Adjective
During the Missouri loss, Florida failed to create a turnover for the first time in 2026 but still boasts a plus-four margin. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 For most of the season, Young was a plus defender, and the Mets saw tremendous improvements at the position. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026
Preposition
During that time, Frasers repurchased the rights to use Matches’s intellectual property for £20 million plus VAT. — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2025 That case was settled in December 2022 for $105 million plus half of the proceeds from the sale of Little Saint James, which is one of two islands that Epstein owned. — Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plus
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
  1. increase
  2. surplus
  3. extra
  4. including
  5. addition
  6. excess
  7. besides
  8. gain
Noun
  • Rain chances increase on Saturday to 80% and rise on Sunday to 90%, according to the National Weather Service in Miami.
    — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Advertisement Article continues below this ad Some parks have seen particularly sharp increases in recent years.
    — Data Reporter, Austin American Statesman, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of increase
Noun
  • State officials had to employ an accounting gimmick to divert $712 million headed for surplus into a new program to expand affordable childcare.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Ordinarily, the United States enjoys a substantial diesel surplus and is the world’s largest diesel exporter.
    — Tatiana Mitrova, Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of surplus
Adjective
  • While Milwaukee started with its ace, Tampa Bay countered with Nick Martinez to give two-time All-Star pitchers Drew Rasmussen and Freddy Peralta an extra day of rest.
    — Steve Megaree, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • In Miami-Dade, apartment renters could find themselves on the hook for an extra $291 per year to pay off their landlords’ higher property tax bills.
    — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of extra
Preposition
  • Gervais has assembled an ensemble cast of felines alongside his main character Gus including Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, Natalie Cassidy and Tony Way.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 June 2026
  • Heavy hitters expected to testify Heavy hitters in Silicon Valley including Musk, Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella are expected to testify in person.
    — Deepa Seetharaman, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Definition of including
Noun
  • The property evolved over the decades, with an expansion of the building around 1895, and another addition around 1930.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Batman’s nemesis is a billionaire with his own personal island for committing atrocities; Superman is traveling the world combating corporate abuse of laborers; this year’s new addition, Green Arrow, flat-out hunts CEOs.
    — Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of addition
Noun
  • The proportions remain practical, and the overall design avoids some of the visual excesses found elsewhere in the segment.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The hotel interprets this mantra through balanced proportions, restrained interiors, and a hospitality approach that favors comfort over excess.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of excess
Preposition
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of besides
Noun
  • Chinese automakers’ gains in Britain show how quickly consumers will consider a new competitor when the product delivers.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Existing bank account takeover A criminal gains access to your existing checking account, savings account, retirement account or payment app.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
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