as in accumulation
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the accumulating of newspapers in the basement over the years is really getting out of hand
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as in increasing
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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as in collecting
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassing
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulating
Mira Rojanasakul, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Powell understands that the accumulation of these moments is itself a form of knowledge, and that Emily was accumulating it in real time while writing one of the strangest novels in the English language.
—Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
Milder air is taking hold, and there are no meaningful signs of a return to sustained cold or accumulating snow.
—Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2026
For several weeks now, piles of trash have been accumulating on some streets of Havana because garbage trucks lack the fuel to collect it.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 18 Mar. 2026
After a few months or years of accumulating rewards with the Freedom Unlimited, consider opening the Chase Sapphire Preferred.
—Ryley Amond,jason Stauffer, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
Even though snowfall totals may not be extreme everywhere, the combination of accumulating snow and very strong winds will likely create the biggest impacts, especially overnight and during the Monday morning commute.
—Albert Ramon, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Cut at a 45 degree angle to prevent water from accumulating on tips.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
These polymetallic nodules, as they're known, take millions of years to form, slowly accumulating metals like nickel, cobalt and manganese.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
At this point in a typical year, as the seasons officially turn from winter to spring, snowpack would still be accumulating across the Mountain West.
—Mira Rojanasakul, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Powell understands that the accumulation of these moments is itself a form of knowledge, and that Emily was accumulating it in real time while writing one of the strangest novels in the English language.
—Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
Milder air is taking hold, and there are no meaningful signs of a return to sustained cold or accumulating snow.
—Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2026
For several weeks now, piles of trash have been accumulating on some streets of Havana because garbage trucks lack the fuel to collect it.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 18 Mar. 2026
After a few months or years of accumulating rewards with the Freedom Unlimited, consider opening the Chase Sapphire Preferred.
—Ryley Amond,jason Stauffer, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
Even though snowfall totals may not be extreme everywhere, the combination of accumulating snow and very strong winds will likely create the biggest impacts, especially overnight and during the Monday morning commute.
—Albert Ramon, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Cut at a 45 degree angle to prevent water from accumulating on tips.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
These polymetallic nodules, as they're known, take millions of years to form, slowly accumulating metals like nickel, cobalt and manganese.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulating
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Powell understands that the accumulation of these moments is itself a form of knowledge, and that Emily was accumulating it in real time while writing one of the strangest novels in the English language.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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The chest freezer had ice accumulation.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The rapid melting is also increasing avalanche activity in unusual places.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Yet an increasing number of endurance athletes are taking on these longer ultramarathons.—
Brad Stulberg,
Outside,
26 Mar. 2026
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Panels on collecting and arts institutions in the desert will feature speakers including Jenny Gil, executive director of Desert X, the biennial exhibition of large-scale artworks installed across the Coachella Valley and in AlUla, Saudi Arabia.—
Jane Horowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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When Laettner made his shot in Philadelphia, sinking a turnaround shot after collecting a long baseball throw from Grant Hill, the opponent was Kentucky.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Concern that Iran was amassing missiles to overwhelm defenses was a key factor in the push for war, officials said, and recent strikes laid bare Israel’s vulnerability.—
Sammy Westfall,
Washington Post,
25 Mar. 2026
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Oscar De La Hoya is another critic, pointing out that TKO has been accused of amassing too much control over MMA and the pay of athletes, and in 2024 reached a $375 million settlement to resolve antitrust allegations.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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This is an increase from the 31 arrests made during the same period last year.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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That represents an increase of nearly 2,000 spectators per outing, which equates to a 7% rise compared with the same point in 2024-25.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After a hot start to the weekend, temperatures are expected to continue rising in North Texas, bringing a little bit of summer into spring.—
Suryatapa Chakraborty,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The world’s happiest countries for 2026, what travelers can expect in terms of rising air fares, plus United Airlines cracks down on noisy passengers.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Athletics are assembling an interesting young core but don’t look ready for prime time yet, and the Los Angeles Angels look destined for another rough year.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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In charge is Eva Stratt (Sandra Hüller), a stern German tactician who is tasked with assembling a global coalition to handle the astrophage problem.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Rodney statue has been gathering dust in storage after being removed from public view in Delaware during the 2020 racial justice protests.—
Dan Diamond,
Arkansas Online,
24 Mar. 2026
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Police in recent months have banned meetings or arrested people for gathering to express opposition.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Accumulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulating. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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