1
as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of complaints about that mail order firm is really accumulating
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as in collected
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassed
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulated
By the end of the transfer window the club had accumulated 14 new players and seven of them started against Villa.
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Michael Walker, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Travelling the world for work, Caleb and Mary Jo had accumulated an idiosyncratic collection of ceramics, lithographs, paintings, masks, and photographs.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
In the baby’s room, machines accumulated, along with all the attendants who cared for the machines.
—Rachel Pearson, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
The Commanders were outrushed 135 yards to 51, Jordan Love threw for 292 yards compared to Jayden Daniels’ 200, and in total, Green Bay accumulated 404 total yards to Washington’s 230.
—Tyler Small, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
This is not simply the result of the proliferation of streaming platforms, but rather stems from chronic problems that have accumulated in the Korean film industry over a long period of time.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Last week, a video of Hasan Piker reacting to the sight of Charlie Kirk getting shot during a discussion at Utah Valley University on Wednesday quickly accumulated millions of views.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Brunson won her first Emmy in 2022 for Outstanding Writing For a Comedy Series, and has accumulated 12 total nominations.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
The Kim brothers also allegedly accumulated substantial tax liabilities by failing to pay taxes assessed.
—City News Service, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Michael Walker, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Travelling the world for work, Caleb and Mary Jo had accumulated an idiosyncratic collection of ceramics, lithographs, paintings, masks, and photographs.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
In the baby’s room, machines accumulated, along with all the attendants who cared for the machines.
—Rachel Pearson, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
The Commanders were outrushed 135 yards to 51, Jordan Love threw for 292 yards compared to Jayden Daniels’ 200, and in total, Green Bay accumulated 404 total yards to Washington’s 230.
—Tyler Small, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
This is not simply the result of the proliferation of streaming platforms, but rather stems from chronic problems that have accumulated in the Korean film industry over a long period of time.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Last week, a video of Hasan Piker reacting to the sight of Charlie Kirk getting shot during a discussion at Utah Valley University on Wednesday quickly accumulated millions of views.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Brunson won her first Emmy in 2022 for Outstanding Writing For a Comedy Series, and has accumulated 12 total nominations.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
The Kim brothers also allegedly accumulated substantial tax liabilities by failing to pay taxes assessed.
—City News Service, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulated
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Reportedly, the use of the RT-70 radio antenna increased the accuracy of GLONASS by around 30%.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The trade and investment element of state visits has increased in recent times.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Andrew Granford collected a hat trick with an assist as Holliston (3-2-1) toppled Dedham 4-0 in Tri-Valley League play.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Nathan, who exudes gentlemanly and diplomatic energy, is calm and collected throughout the fan meet.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The company amassed a debt of about $143 million, according to court documents, and in return, closed 10 stores across the country, including the one the Kassings booked in Kansas.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence are attached to star, marking DiCaprio's seventh go-round with Scorsese and Lawrence's entree to the expansive repertoire of players the filmmaker has amassed over a six-decade career.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Sep. 2025
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Elaborating on the fiscal policy, Wood highlighted that while the corporate tax rate has remained at 21%, the effective rate could now be as low as 10% once accelerated depreciation on structures, equipment, and domestic R&D is factored in.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
22 Sep. 2025
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All of these changes point to accelerated aging.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
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This fall table setting looks impressive but can be assembled in minutes.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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The physical structure of the stand was built off-site in the Midwest, shipped in three pieces and assembled on the vacant lot, Cole said.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
17 Sep. 2025
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More than 30,000 school children and teachers visit the center each year, CEO Peter Lane told those gathered for the evening.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
21 Sep. 2025
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On the same day, picketers also gathered outside of El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, where Kimmel tapes his show.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
20 Sep. 2025
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According to a recent report by the Census Bureau, the country added more than 22 million homes between 2005 and 2024, but the effective number of vacant homes during this same time frame rose by only about 570,000.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Inflation in India rose in August.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The incident quickly garnered support from other users who saw the boss's request as a power play rather than a legitimate concern about professionalism.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Murphy finished third last Tuesday with 16% of the vote, behind City Council President Ruthzee Louijeune and incumbent Julia Mejia, who garnered 17% of the vote and has also recently clashed with Wu.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Accumulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulated. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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