1
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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2
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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3
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
Since leaving public service, Carney accumulated a fortune as the chairman of a Canadian asset-management company that had shifted its operations to New York.
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 29 Apr. 2025
The accomplished astronaut has now accumulated 590 days in space over four missions, ranking third on NASA's all-time list.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
But though the flow is well engineered, the clichés do accumulate like sediment in the plumbing.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2025
Bad stuff can accumulate and potentially cause problems.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 29 Apr. 2025
The accomplished astronaut has now accumulated 590 days in space over four missions, ranking third on NASA's all-time list.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
But though the flow is well engineered, the clichés do accumulate like sediment in the plumbing.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2025
Bad stuff can accumulate and potentially cause problems.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulate
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The solid job gains in April also increase the odds that the Federal Reserve will keep its benchmark interest rate steady when policy makers meet next week on May 6-7, experts say.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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As time has passed, the cost of those renovations has increased.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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Airlines are collecting billions of dollars annually from seat assignment fees.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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As many as 80% of soil samples collected downwind of the Eaton fire had lead levels above the state health standards for residential properties.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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Townspeople of Genazzano gathered in the square outside the main church housing the Madre del Buon Consiglio (Mother of Good Counsel) sanctuary as Leo arrived and greeted them.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Gattuso encouraged the family to humanize Pelkey, and gathered about 50 letters of support, including family, friends, elementary school teachers and military buddies, Wales said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, there's no better time to refresh your home for summer with finds from Amazon.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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Since last week, sightings in the Asheville, North Carolina, area have risen from 140 to 739, according to Kristsky's group, Cicada Safari, which crowdsources and reviews data on the insects.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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And as of last week, automakers assembling cars in the United States will be able to offset part of the parts tariff, at least temporarily.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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Comments One of the most thrilling heists in film history required one of the starriest casts ever assembled.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
3 May 2025
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All told, Belichick was Patriots head coach for 429 regular season and postseason NFL games, during which Belichick amassed a nifty 296-133 record.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 May 2025
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This season, Trout has already amassed his games played from last year, along with the switch to right field to prioritize his health.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Currently, a shift in technology and user behavior might accelerate the conclusion of the agreement.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Witnesses told police the SUV appeared to accelerate directly at the family.—
Bethany Brown,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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However, after concentrating on attacking areas in last summer’s big splash on nine new signings, an injection of pace at the other end will assist Hurzeler’s desire to defend with a high line.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Instead of concentrating solely on strategies to achieve your goals, focus on what your ideal mental space will look like when these changes occur.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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“Accumulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulate. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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