How to Use plus in a Sentence

plus

1 of 3 adjective
  • She's been the plus one, she's been the wife of a celebrity.
    Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 8 June 2023
  • She’s been the plus one, she’s been the wife of a celebrity.
    Ashley Paige, Peoplemag, 8 June 2023
  • This plus-size brand will fit those curves all the way up to the heavens.
    Samantha Olson, Seventeen, 30 Jan. 2023
  • Click the plus button in the top-right corner to add a new word to mute.
    Wired, 7 Aug. 2022
  • But, on the plus side, the Sierra snowpack is at a ten-year high.
    Abigail Barronian, Outside Online, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Flowers also came to the event with a plus one — her blind date Zach.
    Julia Meehan, Peoplemag, 28 Sep. 2022
  • There will be a total of 13 winners and their plus ones.
    Kate Perez, USA TODAY, 31 July 2023
  • To use it, turn the dial at the top to the plus symbol, then select a heat setting.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 9 Dec. 2023
  • Lace-trim bodysuits, silk sets, and plus-size options are all in the mix, too.
    Andrea Aguila, Glamour, 5 July 2022
  • Full on what features to look for in a plus size underwear and how to find the best fit.
    Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Most styles range from 0-12 with some plus size options.
    Cameron Jenkins, Good Housekeeping, 15 Feb. 2023
  • Many of these items are offered in plus-size options as well.
    al, 5 Aug. 2022
  • Lane Bryant has been a champion for plus-size women since the 1920s.
    Sarah Madaus, SELF, 3 Feb. 2023
  • On the plus side, some people might like that because this snack is more of a texture thing.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 28 Jan. 2023
  • Just tap the plus button, then the audio button, and start talking.
    Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 9 Oct. 2023
  • They can be purchased in MLB’s Ballpark app for $8 each plus tax.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2023
  • On the plus side, the dress code is always hiker casual.
    Katie Jackson, Outside Online, 6 Sep. 2022
  • On the plus side, only three of 18 OSU punts have resulted in a return.
    oregonlive, 12 Oct. 2022
  • On the plus side for the Chargers, the Chiefs have only eight takeaways, while the Chargers have turned the ball over five times in their last three games.
    Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2022
  • In contrast, the reverse is often true on a 1,000 cc-plus machine.
    Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2023
  • On the plus side, every panel and piece of trim was still original.
    Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2022
  • Milwaukee’s bench ranks eighth with a plus/minus of 0.8 points per game.
    Michael Arinze, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2023
  • Many of these sale items are also offered in plus-size options.
    al, 8 Sep. 2022
  • Both opened in response to the lack of secondhand and vintage plus-size clothing.
    Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 21 Nov. 2022
  • The list of plus-size clothing brands worth shopping has a new addition in activewear, one that isn't just for the gym.
    Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 Nov. 2022
  • In the plus column for Pilk and cookies: The ingredients are easy to acquire, and the drink is easy to create.
    Vulture, 1 Dec. 2022
  • The third-year forward is a plus defender and the de-facto leader on the league's second-youngest team.
    Michael Shapiro, Chron, 14 Mar. 2023
  • On the plus side, the most cost-effective and efficient way to charge an EV is via an at-home charger.
    Brendan McAleer, Car and Driver, 29 Sep. 2022
  • To help you get started on your fall fashion wardrobe, check out these 30 chic plus-size outfit ideas!
    Carly Theder, Good Housekeeping, 30 Sep. 2022
  • On the plus side, the royals draw tourists’ dollars as well as publicity for Britain.
    Adam Taylor, Washington Post, 13 Sep. 2022
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plus

2 of 3 noun
  • The apartment isn't perfect, but the fact that it has new appliances is a plus.
  • The job doesn't pay well, but the convenient hours are a definite plus.
  • One big plus of the Book of Dead is its bonus spins round.
    Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2024
  • He was tied with Trey Stewart in plus-minus, and the two led the team in that stat.
    Alex Vejar, The Salt Lake Tribune, 19 Nov. 2022
  • Yes, the topping is very sugary, but for me, that's a plus.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2024
  • The turkey bits look tender and the veggies are a plus.
    Dallas News, 22 Dec. 2022
  • This toothpaste gets quite foamy, which is a plus in our book.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2023
  • As a plus, you are assured outdoor dining in the days of Covid.
    Brad Templeton, Forbes, 28 June 2022
  • Sunny, dry days are best for hunts; a lack of wind is also a plus.
    New York Times, 26 June 2022
  • The fact that these models tend to be quieter is also a plus.
    Bobbi Dempsey, Popular Mechanics, 14 Dec. 2022
  • Our faces felt fresh and moisturized, which was a plus.
    Nicole Cain Nd, Ma, Health, 27 Apr. 2023
  • The big win is the joy and perspective being in the wild brings, and a delicious meal by the fire is a plus.
    Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 10 Sep. 2022
  • Knowledge of the worlds of art and literature is a plus!
    Jessica Geltstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2023
  • The other plus was that the ship was small enough to enter ports that big hulking cruise ships cannot.
    Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 9 June 2022
  • Its easy classic fit that can be tucked or untucked is a plus.
    Maverick Li, Men's Health, 9 Jan. 2023
  • There are two routes where nonstops are a real plus: to Hawaii and to Europe.
    Scott McMurren, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Aug. 2022
  • The iron can be used while clothes are hanging up — a plus for dresses or longer garments.
    Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023
  • Since the brand touts it as being a great vacuum for pet owners, that’s a plus.
    Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
  • In this world, the young Kessler comes in and contributes right away, and even Azubuike is a plus at backup center.
    Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 22 Aug. 2022
  • The level of responsiveness was a huge plus for us as our legs grew tired.
    Ravi Davda, Health, 6 Apr. 2023
  • And, frankly, the sinks in the middle of the dining room are a plus for washing up after getting your hands full of butter and spices.
    jsonline.com, 21 June 2022
  • The base unit has four ethernet ports and the satellite adds another two, which is a plus.
    Stephen Slaybaugh, Popular Mechanics, 29 Aug. 2022
  • Overall, should be viewed as a plus athlete with upside.
    Nick Alvarez | Nalvarez@al.com, al, 26 Aug. 2022
  • Getting Mooney 94 yards was a huge plus and something the offense needs to aim for on a weekly basis.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2022
  • Knowing someone who already made it behind the velvet rope and can vouch for you is a plus.
    Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2022
  • But, learning anything new about Uranus is going to be a big plus for astronomers.
    Joshua Hawkins, BGR, 23 Sep. 2022
  • Knowing ahead of time that Bell is not likely to disrupt the chemistry the Guardians built last season is also a plus.
    Joe Noga, cleveland, 21 Dec. 2022
  • Having a bike at home is also a plus for those who prefer to skip the spin class scene in favor of choosing their own ride.
    Maggie Slepian, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2022
  • Hair didn’t get tangled in the brush roller on this vacuum, either, which is a plus for pet owners.
    L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Assuming Westry stays and is healthy, getting the 6′6 guard going would be a huge plus for next season.
    Nubyjas Wilborn | , al, 19 Mar. 2023
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plus

3 of 3 preposition
  • The hotel has two restaurants, plus a bar and a swimming pool.
  • The school had four prep teams plus a high school team.
    NBC News, 19 Dec. 2020
  • In that case, the player would earn a return plus the bonus.
    Xl Media, cleveland, 16 Apr. 2022
  • Who doesn’t want a shot at eternal life plus a tasty snack?
    Hugh Garvey, Sunset Magazine, 15 Oct. 2022
  • If Ankalaev were to win, the player would get their $100 bonus plus a return on the $5 wager.
    Xl Media, cleveland, 29 July 2022
  • Sonn asked for a payout of about $2.5 million plus a year’s salary.
    Evan Osnos, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2023
  • The dealer then places a card face up and calls out the value of the card plus the value of the opponent’s.
    cleveland, 14 Nov. 2020
  • All of this plus a friendship fashion montage at the end?
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2021
  • The trust pays back an amount equal to what the trust’s creator put in plus a modest amount of interest.
    Jeff Ernsthausen, ProPublica, 28 Sep. 2021
  • Upgrade from a one-bedroom place to one-bedroom plus a den.
    Octavia Ramirez, refinery29.com, 13 Oct. 2020
  • The MacBook Air offers the speedyM2 processor plus a battery life of up to 18 hours.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 11 Oct. 2022
  • Rob Dyson called and offered me a road-racing ride that paid prize money plus a salary.
    Jerry Garrett, Car and Driver, 31 Dec. 2020
  • This plus a fluted bolt and barrel put the rifle at just under 6 pounds.
    Mike Dickerson, Field & Stream, 18 Feb. 2021
  • The first 100 people at either brewery on Friday can snag one of these badass prints plus a pair of 3D specs.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 30 Oct. 2020
  • The bobbleheads are $30 each plus a flat-rate shipping charge of $8 an order.
    al, 9 Jan. 2022
  • Thanksgiving was around the corner, but that year the feast would be just for my husband, David, and me plus a neighbor.
    Cathy Whims, WSJ, 3 Nov. 2022
  • Each of these recipes produces a stunning tart or cake for the holiday table plus a bonus treat for the next day.
    Natasha Pickowicz, WSJ, 14 Nov. 2020
  • The warm plate plus the warm sauce will remove the chill without further cooking (and thus toughening) the steak.
    Christopher Michel, Country Living, 22 May 2020
  • The deal, which closes May 7, will bring Braun’s shares valued more than $103 million plus an undisclosed amount of cash.
    Ariel Shapiro, Forbes, 15 Apr. 2021
  • The Connecticut Sun forward had just grabbed a loose ball on defense, sprinted down the court and scored a fast break layup plus the foul.
    Lila Bromberg, Hartford Courant, 15 Sep. 2022
  • The home was custom-built in 2008 for the Westcott family and has two stories plus a basement.
    Mary Grace Granados, Dallas News, 24 Dec. 2020
  • This plus a conversation with my best friend just now...
    Jamie Gangel and Zachary Cohen, CNN, 28 Mar. 2022
  • This plus a conversation with my best friend just now ...
    Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2022
  • This plus a conversation with my best friend just now. . .
    Bob Woodward and Robert Costa, Anchorage Daily News, 25 Mar. 2022
  • For more than a year, work plus my daughter’s online school equaled zero time for pleasure or pause.
    BostonGlobe.com, 4 May 2021
  • For example, the smoothie cups cost Qi $1 each plus shipping.
    Randy Diamond, ExpressNews.com, 13 Feb. 2020
  • Helix will give you up to $200 off your mattress purchase plus two free pillows.
    NBC News, 24 Apr. 2020
  • With less than 30 seconds left in the game, EJ Liddell worked in the post, missed a layup got his own rebound and converted the second-chance plus the foul.
    Michael McCleary, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Mar. 2021
  • Those teams are the top eight teams from each conference plus the six teams within six games of the No. 8 team in either conference.
    Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 26 June 2020
  • The company added that all guests would receive a full refund of their cruise fare plus a future cruise credit of 100% of their cruise fare.
    Will Ripley, CNN, 7 Feb. 2020

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