1
as in increased
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 collected
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassed
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulated
Investors who had accumulated short positions over the past six months — betting that Pop Mart's appeal was a short-term fad — unwound those positions on Tuesday, Rein said, contributing to the sell-off.
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Anniek Bao, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Whatever wholesome energy might have accumulated in the air from that exchange dissipates as soon as we’re thrown back in the galley.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Videos of the pack making their way along the highway accumulated over 230 million views online, striking a chord with viewers moved by the animals’ loyalty to one another and determination to return to their families.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
So, given that most of the video that’s accumulated must be retained — and due to the files’ use as evidence in prosecutions or in court — the city is looking to extend its current contract with Midwest Public Safety to continue storing the video.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
That lawsuit, which languished in court for five years, included a class-action component and accumulated several hundred plaintiffs.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
However, comprehensive operational evaluation is expected to extend through 2027, as sufficient performance data has not yet been accumulated.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Mar. 2026
The slacker may have accumulated hundreds of college credit hours.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Jacob has one year and 59 days of MLB service time accumulated between his six stints with the Padres over the past three seasons.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Whatever wholesome energy might have accumulated in the air from that exchange dissipates as soon as we’re thrown back in the galley.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Videos of the pack making their way along the highway accumulated over 230 million views online, striking a chord with viewers moved by the animals’ loyalty to one another and determination to return to their families.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
So, given that most of the video that’s accumulated must be retained — and due to the files’ use as evidence in prosecutions or in court — the city is looking to extend its current contract with Midwest Public Safety to continue storing the video.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
That lawsuit, which languished in court for five years, included a class-action component and accumulated several hundred plaintiffs.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
However, comprehensive operational evaluation is expected to extend through 2027, as sufficient performance data has not yet been accumulated.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Mar. 2026
The slacker may have accumulated hundreds of college credit hours.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Jacob has one year and 59 days of MLB service time accumulated between his six stints with the Padres over the past three seasons.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulated
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Oklahoma City increased its lead to 24 and never was threatened after taking a 65-43 lead into halftime.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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However, permanent green cards for high-priority relatives of citizens, including young children, parents and spouses, increased by 6% for the first eight months of the year over the same period in 2024.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 Mar. 2026
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Later in the quarter, with the Lakers trailing 109-107, Rui Hachimura collected an off-kilter pass from Doncic with one hand.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Biggs amendment would have permanently stopped deficit spending by limiting federal expenditures to the average annual revenue collected over the previous three years.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
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The long game rarely has been the game of preference for the live-in-the-moment Miami Heat, save, perhaps, for when Pat Riley and Andy Elisburg amassed in advance every possible cent of salary-cap space ahead of the 2010 free-agency haul of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Mar. 2026
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Pretty and profane, funny and frank, Paul amassed a large following.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Her unraveling was further accelerated by a growing dependence on drugs.—
Pamela Colloff,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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Bitcoin futures have accelerated this shift.—
Malana VanTyler
March 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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The real American sub, a succulent monster assembled by an artisanal stacker of deli meats and square cheeses, only hit the Old Country when Tommy’s Sandwiches opened in King’s Cross, central London, in January 2026.—
Dominic Green,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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Between late April 2025 and mid-May 2025 alone, at least $510 million worth of Supermicro's servers assembled in the United States, were diverted to China, according to the indictment.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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People gathered along Salah al-Din street after police blocked them from approaching the Jerusalem old city walls, then used stun grenades to disperse the worshippers.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
20 Mar. 2026
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Flat screen televisions didn’t enter the market until 1997, so in 1996, we were all gathered around massive, furniture-weight cathode ray tube sets.—
Ryan Brennan
March 20,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose more than 600 points, while equities in Europe also bounced back on hopes that the Middle East conflict — which had driven oil prices higher and fueled recession fears — may be nearing a resolution.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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More than 200 Hindi language films were released in 2024, earning a total of ₹4,679 Cr (roughly $560 million) in the domestic box office; in 2025, that figure rose to ₹5,504 Cr ($600 million).—
Taran Khan,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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At the time of posting, the Facebook post has garnered 462 reactions, 70 shares and 141 comments, with many lamenting their closing and recalling fond memories.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
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He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1988, having garnered 10,624 points and 13,769 rebounds.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Accumulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulated. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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