in addition

phrase

: besides entry 2, also
The job requires a college degree and, in addition, at least two years of experience.

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The vast majority of those early votes were done in person, in addition to some mail-in ballots. — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2026 Some rooms have bunk beds in addition to king beds; call to book one of these rooms for a party group or family. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026 The university said Elizabeth Hall, associate vice chancellor for university compliance, was appointed to serve in both roles in addition to her existing duties. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026 But in addition to signing Brzozowski, Herschlein said that NYAC is looking to add between six and 10 new winter athletes in the next year. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in addition

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in addition was in 1936

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“In addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20addition. Accessed 23 Oct. 2026.

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