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
Why malicious Chrome extensions look legitimate These malicious add-ons are designed to look legitimate.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Jan. 2026
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).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 22 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
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Jan. 2026
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).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 22 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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Ava Phillippe tapped into the Ralph Lauren aesthetic with rugged dark wash shirt and jeans, pulled together with worn-in brown leather accessories and jacket.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Feb. 2026
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Given that the Ash clan came from a far darker place psychologically and historically than the Wind Traders, Scott wanted their costumes and accessories to go in an entirely different direction.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
3 Feb. 2026
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Many utilities across the country have spent the last several years slowly retiring their oldest and dirtiest coal facilities, and replacing that energy with a mix of newer, low-cost options including gas plants and renewables.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Pottery-making, pottery painting, candle-making, and paint-and-sip classes are popular Valentine’s Day options.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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Without care, these small appliances can become a fire hazard.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
7 Feb. 2026
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In addition to smart lighting and automation, experts agree that energy-efficient smart appliances will also be in higher demand.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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