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
Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
Snow should begin after dark on Saturday and pick up quickly, accumulating to near double-digit inches by Sunday morning.
—Brandon Miller, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
If your priority is accumulating as much silver as possible for the lowest cost, silver bars often make sense.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Areas with the highest chances of accumulating snow remain along and south of Interstate 70, with the heaviest snowfall expected farther south, especially over the Ozarks, the weather service said.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2026
Most of Michigan is under winter weather and cold weather advisories for wind chills as low as minus 27 and up to 8 inches of accumulating snow, mainly along Lake Michigan's shoreline.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The potential for accumulating snow and associated travel impacts to reach northern IL and northwest IN continues to increase, though uncertainty remains.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
In New England, heavy snow is defined by the National Weather Services as snow accumulating to at least 6 inches in 12 hours.
—Katie Landeck, The Providence Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday morning, the weather service forecast discussion stated that confidence is increasing that Northern Kentucky and southwest Ohio counties will likely see some accumulating snow.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
At that point, rain will become freezing rain, making roadways slick and hazardous with accumulating ice.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
Snow should begin after dark on Saturday and pick up quickly, accumulating to near double-digit inches by Sunday morning.
—Brandon Miller, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
If your priority is accumulating as much silver as possible for the lowest cost, silver bars often make sense.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Areas with the highest chances of accumulating snow remain along and south of Interstate 70, with the heaviest snowfall expected farther south, especially over the Ozarks, the weather service said.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2026
Most of Michigan is under winter weather and cold weather advisories for wind chills as low as minus 27 and up to 8 inches of accumulating snow, mainly along Lake Michigan's shoreline.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The potential for accumulating snow and associated travel impacts to reach northern IL and northwest IN continues to increase, though uncertainty remains.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
In New England, heavy snow is defined by the National Weather Services as snow accumulating to at least 6 inches in 12 hours.
—Katie Landeck, The Providence Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday morning, the weather service forecast discussion stated that confidence is increasing that Northern Kentucky and southwest Ohio counties will likely see some accumulating snow.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulating
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Everything from catastrophic ice accumulation to over a foot of snow and double-digit subzero temperatures are expected to hit places east of the Rocky Mountains.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Jan. 2026
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Around 1 to 2 inches of sleet accumulation has been reported across DFW.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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In her recommendation to reduce costs, Maeda suggested decreasing bimonthly water meter service charges for single-family utility customers by 25% and increasing the commodity per unit charge by 12% while maintaining the yearly rate of increase.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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By connecting publications, grants, patents and policy data, researchers can gain a more holistic view of research – saving time and increasing the likelihood of meaningful discovery.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to the scene and were collecting evidence and speaking with witnesses.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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However, the site is likely collecting considerably more from the client than what you get paid.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Her parody video went viral on both TikTok and Instagram, with her TikTok clip amassing more than 7 million views in less than 24 hours.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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And everyone is forced to compete with pure digital players like Amazon, Netflix and YouTube, who are amassing their own sets of sports rights.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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While those percentages add up to a total of 17 percentage points, a union spokesperson confirmed Friday afternoon that the overall increase totals 18% when annual compounding is accounted for.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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That increase also sets the stage for what many households will notice next year.—
Emma Waldman,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Cancellations are likely to continue rising as the snow and ice storm spreads across the nation.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Jan. 2026
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Last year marked a strong one for stock returns, despite a macroeconomic backdrop largely characterized by rising volatility amid escalating global tensions and a Federal Reserve rate cutting cycle.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
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Whereas Herbert is 0-2 in Chargers postseason games, Maye is making his first postseason appearance for the New England Patriots after assembling a most valuable player-caliber season.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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To suppress Americans peacefully assembling to protest his policies?—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The post was shared quickly, gathering more than 250 comments in less than a day.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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European and Ukrainian representatives are gathering in Paris again on Wednesday for further talks regarding a potential peace deal to end Russia's full-scale invasion of the country.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Accumulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulating. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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