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as in to increase
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 to collect
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in to gather
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulate
Growth funds accumulated Nvidia shares, passive funds bought more as Nvidia’s market value increased, analysts repeatedly raised their targets, and Jensen Huang became one of the most visible executives in the world.
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Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.
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Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
Shower Shelves Like other shelving units, shower shelves and cubbies can quickly accumulate products and clutter.
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Emily Benda Gaylord,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
To avoid buildup, discoloration, or deterioration, apply sunscreen and bug spray before putting on your sunglasses, and wipe away any residue that may accumulate on the frames.
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Gabi De La Rosa,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.
—
Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
Shower Shelves Like other shelving units, shower shelves and cubbies can quickly accumulate products and clutter.
—
Emily Benda Gaylord,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
To avoid buildup, discoloration, or deterioration, apply sunscreen and bug spray before putting on your sunglasses, and wipe away any residue that may accumulate on the frames.
—
Gabi De La Rosa,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for accumulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulate
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The state also has goals, including some that have been in place since 2012, that set declining limits on smog-causing pollutants and required automakers to sell increasing percentages of electric and hybrid vehicles through 2025.
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The news came a day before Liz reported on Hong Kong’s beleaguered cinema market finally having an upturn, with overall box office revenues increasing by 25% thanks to a strong line-up of local and Hollywood releases.
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The satellite is equipped with three multiwavelength telescopes that are able to collect data in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray and gamma-ray light.
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Charlotte Big Anime opened its doors to a massive crowd of attendees Saturday at the Charlotte Convention Center in uptown Charlotte, giving people a chance to connect with fellow cosplayers, collect art and enjoy a multitude of panels.
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As the finalists from each state move on to the 'Best Pet in Nation' round of the Pet Lovers' Choice Awards, the team at USA TODAY Pets has gathered all the finalists, runner-ups and third place pets from each region.
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Hundreds of people have gathered throughout the week to carry posters, shout slogans, and sing.
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Roki Sasaki’s abysmal appearance faded away in the Dodgers’ 12-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night, but only after the National League West leaders rose from a catatonic first inning.
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The rising death toll comes as criticism of the government’s response continues to intensify.
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Many of the drones can be assembled domestically, but Hezbollah is reliant on components from abroad.
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Schultz brings digitalism back to its dexterous roots, paying homage to the hands that assembled the virtual realm.
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The Italian jockey, who famously went through the card with seven winners in seven races at Ascot in September 1996, has amassed more than 3,350 victories in his career, mostly in England.
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Bell’s letter to James and New York MFCU Director Amy Held argues that the unit is moving too slowly on cases and amassing too few indictments and convictions for wrongdoing in the Medicaid system.
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The government is also working with private developers, banks and the real estate sector to accelerate temporary and permanent housing solutions.
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Years of crippling sanctions have paralysed the economy as accelerating bouts of mass nationwide protests have been put down by security forces with increasing force — culminating in the killing of thousands of demonstrators in January.
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Control concentrated in one person dies with that person, decays with that person's judgment, and converts to cash the day that person takes a hard enough offer.
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Unlike Chicago, San Francisco or Philadelphia, Charlotte doesn’t have a historic LGBTQ district, and its bars and businesses remain scattered across neighborhoods rather than concentrated in one area.
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“Accumulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulate. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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