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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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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
This is the fourth year of the event, and the additions of Steen, Jackman and Arbour will bring the number of players in the Hall of Fame to 20.
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Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Aydemir said these additions align with both muted minimalism and expressive, earthy aesthetics.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
With each of their first three preseason opponents choosing to rest their regulars, the Celtics don’t yet have a clear picture of how their offseason additions will stack up against top competition.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Like so many of Italy’s landmarks, historic sites often adapt to contemporary times with modern additions.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
In an era in which filming in Los Angeles has hit new lows, a new indie feature is gearing up to begin production this month in the thirty mile zone — with some new additions to the cast.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Feta cheese and dill were also popular additions.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
Sky Harbor's restaurant offerings continue to grow with the recent additions of Guy Fieri's Flavortown Kitchen + Bar, SanTan Spirit House and Tacos Chiwas.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Fruit trees are beautiful landscape additions, improve air quality, may add to your property’s value, and can serve as windbreaks.
—Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025
Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Aydemir said these additions align with both muted minimalism and expressive, earthy aesthetics.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
With each of their first three preseason opponents choosing to rest their regulars, the Celtics don’t yet have a clear picture of how their offseason additions will stack up against top competition.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Like so many of Italy’s landmarks, historic sites often adapt to contemporary times with modern additions.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
In an era in which filming in Los Angeles has hit new lows, a new indie feature is gearing up to begin production this month in the thirty mile zone — with some new additions to the cast.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Feta cheese and dill were also popular additions.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
Sky Harbor's restaurant offerings continue to grow with the recent additions of Guy Fieri's Flavortown Kitchen + Bar, SanTan Spirit House and Tacos Chiwas.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Fruit trees are beautiful landscape additions, improve air quality, may add to your property’s value, and can serve as windbreaks.
—Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for additions
Noun
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Luxy hair extensions are real locks of human hair on clips.—
Jessica Hartshorn,
Flow Space,
17 Oct. 2025
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The organization has previously researched two other extensions.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Namely, that home prices have gone up so much since the pandemic, without corresponding wage increases.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Thanks to budget increases from the city government, Wright hired two employees who make house calls to encourage owners to get their animals fixed and mend fences so that dogs known to wander can’t get loose.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Snow accumulations may be affected by diurnal trends and sun angle.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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Gusts to 40-50mph are expected, with snow accumulations for locations above 7000ft in CA/NV.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Fans boast seasonal rewatches of the comfort show, leading to significant boosts in viewership every fall.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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From there, use these profit boosts to double your winnings on $25 wagers.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Chiefs opened the third quarter at their own 19-yard line, but Mahomes guided the offense with chunk gains to five different pass-catchers during an eight-play touchdown drive that took less than four minutes.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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Spot silver surpassed the $50 mark for the first time last week before paring gains.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Additions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additions. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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