as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair
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Recent Examples of add-ons
The Florida Lottery site states game add-ons include Double Play for $1, a bonus drawing where players could win up to $250,000 using the same numbers (Double Play drawings are held immediately after Florida Lotto drawings).
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Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 11 Jan. 2026
Updates on supporting acts, VIP options, and experience add-ons are expected closer to the event date.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Prices are set, no substitutions, add-ons are welcome.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Optional add-ons, such as the $500-tour of medieval Montalcino with a Brunello wine tasting, feel almost restrained in comparison.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Also, the port selection covers daily add-ons, while wireless connections stay dependable.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Debuting in 2020, the variant is a base model with some fun add-ons, like a sport suspension, limited-shift differential, and a six-speed manual, and no filler.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Nibbles also offers the ability to customize your policy via add-ons, such as take-home prescriptions, physical therapy, higher coinsurance (up to 90%), lower deductible and more.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2025
Liverpool broke their transfer record to sign Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer in a deal which could be worth up to £116million ($155m) if all add-ons are met.
—Dan Kilpatrick, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 11 Jan. 2026
Updates on supporting acts, VIP options, and experience add-ons are expected closer to the event date.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Prices are set, no substitutions, add-ons are welcome.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Optional add-ons, such as the $500-tour of medieval Montalcino with a Brunello wine tasting, feel almost restrained in comparison.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Also, the port selection covers daily add-ons, while wireless connections stay dependable.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Debuting in 2020, the variant is a base model with some fun add-ons, like a sport suspension, limited-shift differential, and a six-speed manual, and no filler.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Nibbles also offers the ability to customize your policy via add-ons, such as take-home prescriptions, physical therapy, higher coinsurance (up to 90%), lower deductible and more.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2025
Liverpool broke their transfer record to sign Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer in a deal which could be worth up to £116million ($155m) if all add-ons are met.
—Dan Kilpatrick, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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Reviewers have also stashed their tech accessories in the puffy bag.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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The travel accessories and gear that stood out to me were the ones that consistently made travel easier— whether that meant getting better sleep at 30,000 feet, packing smarter to prepare for tight turnarounds, or staying comfortable through airport marathons and long-haul stretches alike.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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Save on luxe organic cotton, breathable eucalyptus Tencel, and silky sateen options starting at just $45.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2026
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The University of Minnesota, meanwhile, informed its 50,000-plus students that there could be online options for some classes when the new term starts next week.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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True Caliber is noting the rise of under-counter appliances, such as their single- or dual-tap beverage dispenser, which can be configured for beer or cold brew.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Even though the stove is usually the most dangerous area of the kitchen, Kight said that too many appliances plugged in can also pose a risk.—
Tina Patel,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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