as in increase
something added (as by growth)
added another big increment to the sales total this quarter
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Recent Examples of increment
The $8 million project will be funded through the $4 million federal grant, dollars for public improvements, surplus tax increment funding and funding from the water services department.
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2025
Churches have been getting increments of between $10,000 and $40,000, news releases show.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2025
The Sugar Grove Village Board approved the 760-acre mixed-use development known as The Grove, as well as an agreement to annex the property into the village and to give the developer financial incentives via a tax increment financing district, in September despite public opposition.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
At a minimum, strict limitations should be placed on tax increment financing bonds and guidelines tightened to prevent further conflicts of interest.
—Audrey Fesik, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2025
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2025
Churches have been getting increments of between $10,000 and $40,000, news releases show.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2025
The Sugar Grove Village Board approved the 760-acre mixed-use development known as The Grove, as well as an agreement to annex the property into the village and to give the developer financial incentives via a tax increment financing district, in September despite public opposition.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
At a minimum, strict limitations should be placed on tax increment financing bonds and guidelines tightened to prevent further conflicts of interest.
—Audrey Fesik, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for increment
Noun
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That's still an increase of $2 million over recent years.—
Javier Zarracina,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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At the three-month mark, my skin visibly looked more glowy, likely thanks to the increase of collagen production.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
3 May 2025
Noun
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In addition to economic gain, many women delay motherhood to take advantage of the relatively new opportunity to exert their voice in the workplace.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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The Doctor, who has clearly been keeping tabs on Earth, brings Conrad into the TARDIS to reprimand him for betraying Ruby and using people’s fears and insecurity for his own gain.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Original price: $30 The Olaplex No. 5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner gives your locks a moisture boost.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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That’s where an editor—like any editor, in any writing situation—can help wedding speakers find their voice and where, needed, provide a boost of confidence.—
Jon Posen,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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In addition to the performers, the ceremony will honor Warren Zevon with the Musical Influence Award, and key behind-the-scenes figures like Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Carol Kaye with the Musical Excellence Award.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Apr. 2025
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Career coaching now serves as a strategic investment in a student’s future, in addition to what is provided in university.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Increment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increment. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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