1
as in accumulation
a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time
a thick accretion of ice in a freezer that obviously had not been cleaned for some time
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
accretions of lime have thickened the cave's stalactites and stalagmites over the centuries
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Recent Examples of accretion
Therefore, this is a period of accretion for L3Harris unless the international landscape turns into a global hot conflict, at which point many valuations in most industries, defense contractors included, will experience heavy volatility.
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Gurufocus, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, debris is collected near the black hole and starts to swirl around it, forming into a bright, superheated accretion disc.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 17 Dec. 2024
Conservationists have long advocated for its protection because its shores have faced accretion and erosion over the last few decades.
—Meira Gebel, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
If this accretion of celebrations of her Adria-ness seemed, individually, like nattering reminders of her time running short, the sheer mass of want for her presence pleased her.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
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Gurufocus, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, debris is collected near the black hole and starts to swirl around it, forming into a bright, superheated accretion disc.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 17 Dec. 2024
Conservationists have long advocated for its protection because its shores have faced accretion and erosion over the last few decades.
—Meira Gebel, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
If this accretion of celebrations of her Adria-ness seemed, individually, like nattering reminders of her time running short, the sheer mass of want for her presence pleased her.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accretion
Noun
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The wholesale market got a yellow placard after county inspectors spotted old food accumulation on the ceiling panel above the meat cutter.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Polk’s Perpetual Purpose Model (PPM) shifts the wealth conversation from accumulation to stewardship.—
Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The value of the credits has increased rapidly as the state’s Public Utilities Commission approved rate increases requested by the companies.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Still, the 2025 year-to-date gross rose to $3.51 billion, representing a 39% increase compared to the same period last year.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2025
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For her last collection, 10 percent of the fabrics that were used came from China.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2025
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By operating outside of the fast-churning fashion market with multi-year collections, Huang takes necessary time to be innovative and conscientious with her label’s designs and production.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
23 Apr. 2025
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The gains in electric vehicle stocks may be related to the Shanghai auto show kicking off.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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President Trump later noted the stock market's gains but declined to echo Bessent's view that the current economic standoff with China couldn't continue as is.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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If necessary, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is slightly sticky, up to 1/4 cup total.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
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Talking with a mixture of focus and intensity in his face, James looked at the practice court and was asked if the necessary ingredients to win him a fifth NBA championship were in the room.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 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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The fabric is known to be smoothing and super flattering, so expect this pair to deliver an extra boost of confidence.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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On April 30, Venus returns to Aries and your 10th house of career and reputation, giving you an extra boost of charm and magnetism in the workplace.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Accretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accretion. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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