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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The friendly staff, who wear black uniforms with lettering that identifies their duties add to the hotel’s merry atmosphere. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026 These include the Pretzel Peptide Lip Tint that’s being added to the global core lineup after the exclusive introductions. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026 An extensive cemetery added to the impression of a flourishing urban center, as did what might have been part of a brewing complex found through selective excavations. — Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 29 Sep. 2026 And, as j-hope so humbly mentioned, the awards are just another milestone to add to what has already been a massive year for the group. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 29 Sep. 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 30 Sep. 2026.

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