as in increase
something added (as by growth)
augmentations to the benefits package over the years have resulted in a total of 12 paid holidays for employees
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Recent Examples of augmentation
Even so, removals still represent a small share of total cosmetic surgeries — around 2% worldwide—compared with 9.5% for augmentations according to the ISAPS survey.
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Earlier that week, a TikTok user, Rachel Leary, sent a public plea asking Kylie Jenner to detail the measurements of her breast augmentation.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
For residents like Filmore Brown and other New Yorkers, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, together with other municipal leaders, is vigorously advocating for reforms to the lien sale process and the augmentation of resources allocated to homeowners facing the risk of foreclosure.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Aug. 2025
In a world of growing automation and augmentation, what is the role of doctors in an AI world?
—Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Aug. 2025
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Earlier that week, a TikTok user, Rachel Leary, sent a public plea asking Kylie Jenner to detail the measurements of her breast augmentation.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
For residents like Filmore Brown and other New Yorkers, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, together with other municipal leaders, is vigorously advocating for reforms to the lien sale process and the augmentation of resources allocated to homeowners facing the risk of foreclosure.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Aug. 2025
In a world of growing automation and augmentation, what is the role of doctors in an AI world?
—Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for augmentation
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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In the video announcement, Adams touted a decrease in multiple crime areas and an increase in diverse leadership across city departments during his time as mayor.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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With Cassidy back in the fold, AEW's active babyface roster has gotten a boost.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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In its final week, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club saw a boost in business, jumping $191,242 over the previous week to land at $820,805.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Intel rallied over 20% in the past week and has seen a year-to-date gain of nearly 80%.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
29 Sep. 2025
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The Old Mill Trail is a heavily trafficked area of the park, popular with hikers looking for moderate distance and sweeping views without strenuous elevation gain - about 1,400 feet over eight miles, when combined with two of the park’s mixed-use trails.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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In addition to Holladay, Cordelia Smith-Johnson, a Democrat from Sherwood, and Bo Renshaw, a Republican from North Little Rock, have already announced their candidacies for the seat.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Sep. 2025
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With the addition and elevation of Schwenz, the union looks to be changing up its strategy around negotiations communication ahead of next year’s bargaining.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Augmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augmentation. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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