added to this/that

phrase

—often used informally to introduce a statement about something that makes a thing or situation better, worse, more important, etc.
We were short of money. Added to that, we were lost!

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Samsung says more phones will be added to this trio in due course. — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026 The Lions added to that success stealing both of its attempts in the win over Allegiance. — Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2026 That will be added to this season by new additions like Caissie and perhaps minor-league catcher Joe Mack, depending on how Agustin Ramirez develops. — Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026 This year, a new winner could be added to this list, with One Battle After Another producer Adam Somner, who died in 2024, nominated for Best Picture. — Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for added to this/that

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“Added to this/that.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/added%20to%20this%2Fthat. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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