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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
the cache of old stamps I found in the discarded desk was a huge addition to my stamp collection
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as in accumulating
the act or process of becoming greater in number
how do you account for the addition of more paint stains on your shirt after you put on a smock?
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Recent Examples of addition
And in addition to its generous accommodations, owners gain access to the Garrison Club, an over 18,400-square-foot space where the massive sports court and other grand amenities are at your convenience.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
The cruise line finally debuted a ship at Port Canaveral in 2021 and has continued to increase its Florida presence ever since, especially with last year’s addition of MSC World America sailing out of PortMiami.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
In addition to the top winners, the Sydney Taylor committee named five silver medalists and nine notable titles of Jewish content.
—Penny Schwartz, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
With the addition of Morton, the demand for acts coming to Kansas City has increased while the supply has not.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
The cruise line finally debuted a ship at Port Canaveral in 2021 and has continued to increase its Florida presence ever since, especially with last year’s addition of MSC World America sailing out of PortMiami.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
In addition to the top winners, the Sydney Taylor committee named five silver medalists and nine notable titles of Jewish content.
—Penny Schwartz, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
With the addition of Morton, the demand for acts coming to Kansas City has increased while the supply has not.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addition
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This fall, the 31-year-old Antetokounmpo will become eligible for a supermax contract extension.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Murray’s strategy for Lucky Strike includes having its venues serve as physical extensions of the PBA, where fans can watch live broadcasts and engage with athletes, while participating in leagues and watch parties.—
Luisa Beltran,
Sportico.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Even so, salary increases remain comparatively high by historic standards (the pre-pandemic norm was 3%) amid higher total labor expenses (which include salaries, bonuses, variable pay and benefits costs).—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The goal is to have office construction increase, said Mike Smith, president and CEO of Charlotte Center City Partners.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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The fire spread to a building annex that contained more than 400 55-gallon drums of chemicals.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The 9,000-square-foot main house sits on a one-and-a-half-acre parcel, along with a two-story annex that functioned as Carson’s personal office.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2026
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While that’s a boost for exporters, leaders in the region are concerned that broader economic disruption from a conflict would outweigh the extra income.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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That was helped along by a boost in Cognac sales of more than 3 percent after a 4 percent dip over the rest of the year—not quite enough to balance this out, but potentially a good sign overall.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2026
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There is a dry patch over central parts of North Carolina, which may lower the accumulation in Raleigh, but eastern parts of the state are still expected to see at least 6 to 12 inches of snow by Sunday morning.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
31 Jan. 2026
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This snow will produce little, if any, accumulation.—
Bill Kelly,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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About 9% of all recycled products collected are reused, so in any flow chart of pollution, there are many places where nonprofits can make gains.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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The barometer has also correctly predicted an annual advance in 41 of 46 years in which January has ended with a gain.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addition. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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