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
Dora, a junior, accumulated two goals and three assists and has 101 career assists.
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Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
Measles cases continue to accumulate in the United States in what is already the second-worst year since the disease was declared eliminated a quarter-century ago.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
Other previous guests began sharing similar experiences, and as the reviews accumulated, the rental space's rating dropped from 4.8 to 2.9.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
There are basketballs built with a water-repellent material or surface design, preventing moisture from accumulating on the ball.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
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Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
Measles cases continue to accumulate in the United States in what is already the second-worst year since the disease was declared eliminated a quarter-century ago.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
Other previous guests began sharing similar experiences, and as the reviews accumulated, the rental space's rating dropped from 4.8 to 2.9.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
There are basketballs built with a water-repellent material or surface design, preventing moisture from accumulating on the ball.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulate
Verb
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Autism rates increased, again: But RFK Jr. diverges from CDC report about the reason.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The consequences of forgoing fluoride Removing fluoridated water can negatively impact kids who may not brush regularly or optimally, and whose diets may increase cavity risk, Caffrey says.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 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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Cruise operators will collect the fee from passengers.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
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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Strong floral aromatics as well as aromas of marshmallows, candy cane, Tunisian rose and buttered toast in this wine with 12.8 percent alcohol.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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If sea levels continue to rise, urban areas may have to consider taking drastic action to prevent flooding and other disruption to city life.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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My daughter's charcoal box was assembled by mixed media artist Nikoli Shaver and included a graphite starter kit, a small pack of media-appropriate paper, an eraser, charcoal pencils, and more.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
17 May 2025
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After the wild third act in Final Destination Bloodlines, the credits begin to roll with a view of the newspaper clippings that Stefanie assembled.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The service has amassed a library of over 1,800 titles through partnerships with more than 50 content providers, including 11 film institutes and national archives.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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Even as firefighters were still battling the flames, the pair amassed more than 6,000 signatures, including from the likes of A-listers like LeVar Burton and Alison Brie, in support of their initiative.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
17 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 20 May. 2025.
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