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as in extensions
a smaller structure added to a main building
a new addition to the library providing space for an expanded video collection
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as in increases
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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3
as in accumulations
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 additions
China is the world’s largest emitter but has simultaneously delivered about two-thirds of recent additions in solar and wind capacity, as well as of electric vehicles.
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Among the new additions is the Buena Vista Lounge, a breezy, open-air welcome area surrounded by greenery and sweeping ocean views.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
The map is an evolving project, de Soto said, and additions are still being made to it.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
And with these additions, IMDb now features 45 professional credit categories.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2025
The chat additions are a subtle change since the existing Google Assistant can already pull up a list of nearby restaurants, for example.
—PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2025
The additions often boost foot traffic and generate revenue, especially important this season as consumers reel in their spending amid inflation.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Related Stories The new additions will appear alongside returning stars Brianne Howey, Antonia Gentry, Felix Mallard, Sara Waisglass, Scott Porter, Diesel La Torraca, Jennifer Robertson, Raymond Ablack, Katie Douglas, Chelsea Clark, and Nathan Mitchell.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
This time, however, Barrymore revived the segment with a few additions, most notably a golden ping-pong trophy, sweatbands, and referees Ross Mathews and Sunny Anderson asking all the spicy questions.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Among the new additions is the Buena Vista Lounge, a breezy, open-air welcome area surrounded by greenery and sweeping ocean views.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
The map is an evolving project, de Soto said, and additions are still being made to it.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
And with these additions, IMDb now features 45 professional credit categories.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2025
The chat additions are a subtle change since the existing Google Assistant can already pull up a list of nearby restaurants, for example.
—PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2025
The additions often boost foot traffic and generate revenue, especially important this season as consumers reel in their spending amid inflation.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Related Stories The new additions will appear alongside returning stars Brianne Howey, Antonia Gentry, Felix Mallard, Sara Waisglass, Scott Porter, Diesel La Torraca, Jennifer Robertson, Raymond Ablack, Katie Douglas, Chelsea Clark, and Nathan Mitchell.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
This time, however, Barrymore revived the segment with a few additions, most notably a golden ping-pong trophy, sweatbands, and referees Ross Mathews and Sunny Anderson asking all the spicy questions.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for additions
Noun
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Automatic 5-year contract extensions, and four years' notice for contract termination.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Beyoncé’s Cécred hair care line recently launched its newest protection collection aimed at tackling the challenges of wearing protective hairstyles and extensions.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Virginia, which has more data centers than any other state, is bracing for major electric rate increases after having seen electricity costs rise by only about 3 percent over the last year.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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That could be undone, Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek said, if the subsidies go back to previous, reduced levels at the end of the year, when increases to the financial aid expire.—
Sarah Volpenhein,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Advisories remain in effect through midday Saturday, with accumulations generally between 1 and 3 inches.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Overall, northern counties and areas along Lake Erie have the best chance for snow, with minor accumulations likely in higher terrain and coastal locations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Both also got boosts from outside organizations, some of which are not required to disclose their donors, in the form of mailers or billboards.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Freep.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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While Merlin may be counting on Shein to increase foot traffic at the beleaguered BHV, the previous pop-ups have not resulted in knock-on sales boosts for other brands, Le Louët said.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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At the time, some human rights experts voiced concerns that his presidency risked backsliding on the democratic gains made since Suharto’s authoritarian regime.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Awards tied to market cap gains are paired with operational achievements.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Additions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additions. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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