add to

verb

added to; adding to; adds to
Synonyms of add tonext
: to make (something) larger, better, or greater
He bought another rare coin to add to his collection.
The funny characters really add to the story.
The loud music added to the confusion.

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That changed two weeks ago, when one death was finally counted, and again last week when a second was added to the agency's tally. — Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026 The rooms Amangani’s 40 suites range in size from 485- to 780-square-feet, with large terraces or balconies adding to the sense of spaciousness. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 The news comes as streaming services are looking for tentpole live events to add to their offerings, and awards shows have become a particularly popular choice. — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026 Surging oil prices and bond yields have added to challenges for the broader stock market and companies in general, but expectations for strong company earnings have helped support stocks’ recent rallies. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for add to

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“Add to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/add%20to. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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