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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
The Carolina Panthers are adding another former first-round pick to their quarterback depth chart.
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Mike Kaye
updated March 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
With the opening of Goodland Parkway, Provident’s focus is shifting to also adding shopping centers, restaurants and event venues to drive regional traffic, Yowell said.
—Neal Franklin, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
Now with their latest LP, the band has taken the wisdom passed down by Barrera, adding their own unique flair.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Instead, cook the onions first in order to bind or denature its precursors prior to adding your garlic into the mix.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Productivity tools cover merging, splitting, compressing, rearranging pages, adding bookmarks, inserting links, and comparing documents side-by-side.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
In 1984, the previous owners expanded the home, adding a large bar and entertainment space and an indoor hot tub.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The Dominican Republic kept adding cushion.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
The Giants brought in two players familiar to new coach John Harbaugh from his time in Baltimore, adding tight end Isaiah Likely and All-Pro punter Jordan Stout.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Mike Kaye
updated March 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
With the opening of Goodland Parkway, Provident’s focus is shifting to also adding shopping centers, restaurants and event venues to drive regional traffic, Yowell said.
—Neal Franklin, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
Now with their latest LP, the band has taken the wisdom passed down by Barrera, adding their own unique flair.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Instead, cook the onions first in order to bind or denature its precursors prior to adding your garlic into the mix.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Productivity tools cover merging, splitting, compressing, rearranging pages, adding bookmarks, inserting links, and comparing documents side-by-side.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
In 1984, the previous owners expanded the home, adding a large bar and entertainment space and an indoor hot tub.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The Dominican Republic kept adding cushion.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
The Giants brought in two players familiar to new coach John Harbaugh from his time in Baltimore, adding tight end Isaiah Likely and All-Pro punter Jordan Stout.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adding
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Smith noted the task is harder still since the common tactic of attaching a specific bill to must-pass legislation, such as year-end defense spending, is unavailable to the lawmakers pushing the Clarity Act.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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The waist is adjustable for a custom fit, and there’s an O-ring for attaching keys, gloves or lift tickets.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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To complement the sweet heat flavors of the new sandwich, the beloved chicken chain is also introducing a full line of four Strawberry Hibiscus flavored beverages.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Latest Flavors The team at Reese’s has been busy introducing new variations of its classic candy in recent months.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Mar. 2026
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The latest print comes after the government overhauled the framework for calculating economic output to improve accuracy.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Researchers studied hundreds of scientific studies and hazard assessments, calculating that about 90% of them underestimated baseline coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot (30 centimeters), according to Wednesday's study in the journal Nature.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Cosme did four months of physical therapy that were unsuccessful before surgeons performed a periacetabular osteotomy on her right hip, breaking her pelvis in four places and inserting four screws.—
Krystle Rich,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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After their creation, ORPs are installed in the riverbed by inserting the metal pin into the bottom of the reef.—
Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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Officials were still counting the votes Sunday and final results were expected later in the week.—
Binaj Gurubacharya,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Her next step is to get the album ready and start rehearsing major shows in Spain, where fans have been counting down.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2026
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Huckabee quickly backtracked after Carlson expressed consternation at the idea of an American diplomat signaling approval for a single country annexing almost the entire Levant, half of Saudi Arabia and a good chunk of Egypt.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
27 Feb. 2026
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Some members had argued that annexing the site would give the city greater oversight of the project.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
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According to the union, the health fund has suffered eight-figure losses for the past four years, totaling $205 million, and the fund will run out of money in the next three years if nothing changes.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2026
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Flagg ended up scoring 16 points on an inefficient 7-for-23 shooting while also totaling eight rebounds, six assists and three turnovers in 30 minutes.—
Greg Dudek,
Boston Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
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After observing Choe Hyon's sea trials on Tuesday, Kim said the ship met operational requirements and called it a symbol of the country's expanding naval capabilities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ukrainian manufacturers have developed low-cost interceptor drones specifically designed to hunt and destroy Shaheds, and its rapidly expanding drone industry is producing excess capacity.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Adding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adding. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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