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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
At the time, renewable capacity additions were limited, and thermal coal inventories across major Asian markets were significantly lower.
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Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Puzo said the additions show the strength of Danbury Fair.
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Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
The event also featured several newer additions, including a live painting activation by Charlotte artist Curtis King and a large-scale exhibition showcasing Black abstraction from the Gantt Center’s collection.
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Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Serve tea with ice, unsweetened or with any additions.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
These additions join the existing Marchesi 1824 and Osservatorio Fondazione Prada, a space devoted to visual experimentation and research.
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Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
Near the entrance to the Stiner Pavilion premises facing the beach is a trailer housing one of the newest additions to the area this year — Alchemy Beach.
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Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
New additions include Rocket Lab, Astera Labs, Teradyne, Nebius, and CoreWeave, while Verisk, Cognizant, Insmed, Zscaler, and Charter Communications will be removed from the index.
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Alexa Lomonaco,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
The main cast additions in the final season include Titus Welliver as a DOJ prosecutor, Trevante Rhodes as Peter’s new partner — the part Rose played unofficially as a civilian in Season 2 — Li Jun Li as the partner’s wife and Elizabeth Lail as Peter’s ex-fiancée Zoe.
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Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
12 June 2026
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Puzo said the additions show the strength of Danbury Fair.
—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
The event also featured several newer additions, including a live painting activation by Charlotte artist Curtis King and a large-scale exhibition showcasing Black abstraction from the Gantt Center’s collection.
—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Serve tea with ice, unsweetened or with any additions.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
These additions join the existing Marchesi 1824 and Osservatorio Fondazione Prada, a space devoted to visual experimentation and research.
—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
Near the entrance to the Stiner Pavilion premises facing the beach is a trailer housing one of the newest additions to the area this year — Alchemy Beach.
—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
New additions include Rocket Lab, Astera Labs, Teradyne, Nebius, and CoreWeave, while Verisk, Cognizant, Insmed, Zscaler, and Charter Communications will be removed from the index.
—
Alexa Lomonaco,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
The main cast additions in the final season include Titus Welliver as a DOJ prosecutor, Trevante Rhodes as Peter’s new partner — the part Rose played unofficially as a civilian in Season 2 — Li Jun Li as the partner’s wife and Elizabeth Lail as Peter’s ex-fiancée Zoe.
—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for additions
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Opponents argue agencies could avoid some of the service cuts officials have warned about by pausing capital improvement projects, including extensions.
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Haitians were first granted TPS in 2010 after a catastrophic earthquake, with extensions given as gang violence displaced more than a million people, according to court documents.
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
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For generations, many professionals developed expertise through repetitive tasks, routine analysis, and gradual increases in responsibility.
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The snowpacks that feed the river hit their lowest level on record this year, with snow accumulations in Colorado’s high country peaking a month early in March and containing just half the average moisture.
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In this case, that would take 16 multiplication operations and 16 additions (or four accumulations).
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Many desert mosses are under threat, and conservationists might be able to better protect them with fungal boosts.
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But with the sport experiencing boosts in attendance, ratings and overall interest, fan sentiment could have consequences.
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The scientific and engineering breakthroughs that will make possible these massive gains in energy production will themselves be driven by ever more powerful AI.
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But there’s a less encouraging trend tucked into these gains.
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“Additions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additions. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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