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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
As this material streams back onto the white dwarf, the pressure and temperature at the point of accretion on the white dwarf's surface grows, until a localized thermonuclear explosion erupts.
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 20 Feb. 2025
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.
—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
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 20 Feb. 2025
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.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accretion
Noun
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This accumulation of space debris is creating an increasing problem.—
Daniel B. Oerther,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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Overall, investigators found that 63 percent of participants had a reduction in steatohepatitis (inflammation of the liver with fat accumulation in the liver) versus 34 percent for the placebo group.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
1 May 2025
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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
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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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The collection includes more than 200 items, including a wide range of bedding, bath towels and accessories, pillows, and throw blankets.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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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Russell came up with a paint mixture that delivered a glaze-like sheen, making the paintings otherworldly.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Swift herself received a version of the same mixture when she was shown on the Jumbotron.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
29 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
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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“Accretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accretion. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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