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as in attaching
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
the band recently added a saxophonist and a keyboard player to its ranks add another cup of flour to the mixture
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as in summing
to combine (numbers) into a single sum
when she added all the phone charges herself, she discovered an error in her bill
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Recent Examples of adding
Pitchbook’s Zabelin said the company is valued at more than $10 billion, adding that Mercor and its competitors’ high values show investors think services like human feedback and expert testing of AI models are becoming a permanent and essential part of how AI systems are built and improved.
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Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
If adopted more widely, the TRV-150 could support frontline troops without adding vehicles to crowded road networks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
White House border czar Tom Homan announced this past Thursday that Operation Metro Surge was coming to an end, adding that a smaller number of federal agents will stick around to help provide security in the field.
—Conor Wight, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Miraflores Palace/via Reuters Secretary of Energy Chris Wright told reporters on Sunday that more American companies are expected to enter Venezuela within the next few months, adding that the country may also hold an election before the end of 2027.
—Nicholas Kerr, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Pairing fiber-rich foods with protein—like adding fruit to yogurt or blending fiber into a protein smoothie—can help close the fiber gap without changing the meal’s core structure.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
When in doubt, sauté or steam the vegetables before adding them to the muffin tin.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
Four airlines are adding or expanding their services, according to information from CVG.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
If a total home water softening system is out of reach, adding one-half cup of powdered borax to the wash cycle will help improve the softness of your clothes.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
If adopted more widely, the TRV-150 could support frontline troops without adding vehicles to crowded road networks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
White House border czar Tom Homan announced this past Thursday that Operation Metro Surge was coming to an end, adding that a smaller number of federal agents will stick around to help provide security in the field.
—Conor Wight, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Miraflores Palace/via Reuters Secretary of Energy Chris Wright told reporters on Sunday that more American companies are expected to enter Venezuela within the next few months, adding that the country may also hold an election before the end of 2027.
—Nicholas Kerr, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Pairing fiber-rich foods with protein—like adding fruit to yogurt or blending fiber into a protein smoothie—can help close the fiber gap without changing the meal’s core structure.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
When in doubt, sauté or steam the vegetables before adding them to the muffin tin.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
Four airlines are adding or expanding their services, according to information from CVG.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
If a total home water softening system is out of reach, adding one-half cup of powdered borax to the wash cycle will help improve the softness of your clothes.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adding
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Leung suggests bending extra wire hangers into frames for mini planters and attaching small pouches with twine or yarn to hold air plants.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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After attaching Kidman and Fanning and writer Susannah Grant, the package was taken out and, in a bidding war, went to Paramount+ with a straight-to-series order.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
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Experts recommend introducing fiber slowly, as for some people, adding too much right away can cause cramping, bloating and constipation.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom is introducing a bill that would ban selling booze to repeat DUI offenders.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Some brands also cited seasonal sourcing patterns as a challenge in calculating long-term financing commitments.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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There are countless situations when calculating how many square feet are in a space comes in handy, from renting or buying a home to furnishing a place.—
Morgan Goldberg,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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With the help of the architecture firm Gensler and the design company Blueprint Studios, Live Nation is studying the possibility of inserting a second large, but more manageable, 5,000-person venue underground.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
10 Feb. 2026
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Some people—in fear of being accused of using AI—are purposely inserting grammatical errors or typos to make their prose look more human, experts say.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 Feb. 2026
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Not counting preventive care and three covered primary care doctor visits, that spending target must be met before a policy’s other coverage kicks in.—
Julie Appleby,
Miami Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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In all, Heat players previously have made 14 appearances in the 3-point contest, when counting the two appearances apiece by Jon Sunvold, Glen Rice, Daequan Cook, Jones and Herro, and single appearances by Kapono, Mario Chalmers, Duncan Robinson and current Heat assistant coach Wayne Ellington.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Plans stalled amid mounting opposition from residents and legal challenges over annexing the property, according to The Colorado Sun.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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In 2014, four days after the Winter Games in Sochi, Russia invaded Ukraine the first time, annexing Crimea.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Gonzaga senior forward Graham Ike was a left-handed wrecking ball against the Broncos, totaling 21 points, 15 rebounds and four assists — most of that in the first half when the Zags overcame an eight-point deficit to lead 44-39.—
Jeff Faraudo,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Russian authorities had previously claimed Navalny, 47, died of natural causes while serving several sentences totaling more than 30 years at a high-security prison above the Arctic Circle.—
Nandika Chatterjee,
Time,
14 Feb. 2026
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Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Bill Gates named in Epstein files Documents released from the Epstein files indicate that Gates and Epstein met repeatedly after Epstein's prison term to discuss expanding the Microsoft founder's philanthropic efforts.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Adding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adding. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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