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
Private chefs, butler service, and other add-ons are available upon request.
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
However, those savings can be offset by add-ons, depending on passengers’ preferences.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 12 June 2026
Three years later, Bayern paid the London club €60 million, including add-ons, to bring Olise to the Bundesliga.
—New York Times, 10 June 2026
To review add-ons, go to Firefox > Add-ons and themes > Extensions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
While taxes, fees, and add-ons are excluded from the discount, the savings still add up, especially on longer rentals or during high-demand, peak travel periods.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 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
Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
However, those savings can be offset by add-ons, depending on passengers’ preferences.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 12 June 2026
Three years later, Bayern paid the London club €60 million, including add-ons, to bring Olise to the Bundesliga.
—New York Times, 10 June 2026
To review add-ons, go to Firefox > Add-ons and themes > Extensions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
While taxes, fees, and add-ons are excluded from the discount, the savings still add up, especially on longer rentals or during high-demand, peak travel periods.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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All rooms also include a RoomBar, a mini-bar reimagined for the high-performance traveler featuring artisanal cocktails, functional superfoods, and wellness accessories for the property’s AM + PM Rituals Program.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Food and drink Perhaps the easiest way to distinguish a run-of-the-mill all-inclusive from a luxury one is the food and beverage options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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And there are multiple debt relief options available to explore now, from debt consolidation loans to debt management programs to even credit card debt forgiveness and bankruptcy for extreme cases.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Noun
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Elsewhere, the formal dining room features parquet flooring and an integrated wet bar, while the kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, including a Salamandar broiler and a Traulsen double-glass refrigerator, and a marble island with seating.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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