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
Meanwhile, most of Select’s add-ons are under $10 a month.
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Caroline Ernst, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
These wraparound services aren’t add-ons; they’re woven into the fabric of the school, serving the student, their families and the broader community all at once.
—Stacy Davis Gates, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Coverage limits and add-ons, like cancel for any reason coverage, may also increase your total cost.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
See here for more details on these premium add-ons, which will be offered for three months at no cost during checkout.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Aside from the hybrid system add-ons, the Wilderness edition remains the off-road specialist among Foresters.
—Marty Padgett, The Drive, 1 Apr. 2026
High-vamp black ballet flats from the Row, a ball cap, and an oversized suede tote are natural add-ons, while the pop of red beaded necklace totally caught us by surprise.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
Guests can also pay for add-ons, such as IV therapies, chiropractic treatments, acupuncture, and more.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Just note — this deal is for new users only and covers Internxt Drive storage (not Mail, Meet, or other add-ons).
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Caroline Ernst, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
These wraparound services aren’t add-ons; they’re woven into the fabric of the school, serving the student, their families and the broader community all at once.
—Stacy Davis Gates, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Coverage limits and add-ons, like cancel for any reason coverage, may also increase your total cost.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
See here for more details on these premium add-ons, which will be offered for three months at no cost during checkout.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Aside from the hybrid system add-ons, the Wilderness edition remains the off-road specialist among Foresters.
—Marty Padgett, The Drive, 1 Apr. 2026
High-vamp black ballet flats from the Row, a ball cap, and an oversized suede tote are natural add-ons, while the pop of red beaded necklace totally caught us by surprise.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
Guests can also pay for add-ons, such as IV therapies, chiropractic treatments, acupuncture, and more.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Just note — this deal is for new users only and covers Internxt Drive storage (not Mail, Meet, or other add-ons).
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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Beyond the accessories, texture and tailoring take center stage for black-tie dressing.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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But even the most run-of-the-mill floral dress can feel surprisingly fresh when it’s paired with trendy accessories.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Montreal’s five dangerous options on its top unit will be a mighty challenge for the Sabres’ penalty kill.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Paul and Barlow spent several minutes in the second half playing in the frontcourt, giving Nurse options to switch seamlessly while playing small when other Sixers bigs dealt with foul trouble.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Our household had no luxuries, no snack foods, no desserts, no popular culture except what came from the AM radio, and only a few appliances, including a washer but no dryer.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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Department stores, and sellers of electronics and appliances, saw payrolls shrink.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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