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produced by a series of additions of identical or similar things
certain drugs have additive effects when taken in conjunction with each other that one doesn't see when any one is used alone
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Recent Examples of additive
Faith E. Pinho, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The tariffs will be additive, meaning that imports will face both the universal tariff of 10% plus the specific reciprocal import levies targeting each nation.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2025
Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 May 2025
Last week, the FDA approved three natural color additives — calcium phosphate, Galdieria extract blue and butterfly pea flower extract — to replace them.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Adjective
In January, the FDA banned red dye no. 3 — used in such common items as fruit-cocktail cherries and Nesquik’s strawberry milk — after some studies showed that the additive raised the risk of cancer in some lab animals.
—Faith E. Pinho, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The tariffs will be additive, meaning that imports will face both the universal tariff of 10% plus the specific reciprocal import levies targeting each nation.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
Some commercial yogurts contain additives such as sugar, fruit, granola, or honey.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 May 2025
Last week, the FDA approved three natural color additives — calcium phosphate, Galdieria extract blue and butterfly pea flower extract — to replace them.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for additive
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This tornado season got off to an accelerated start, with the cumulative number of them thus far outpacing the 15-year average.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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Reality Labs has racked up cumulative operating losses north of $60 billion since late 2020, including a hefty $4.2 billion loss in the company’s first quarter.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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Spain has canceled a deal for anti-tank missile systems that were to be manufactured in Madrid by a subsidiary of an Israeli company in a bid to move away from Israeli military technology, the Defense Ministry said Tuesday.—
Brittany Williams,
Arkansas Online,
4 June 2025
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This consent order, related to a financial subsidiary of Wells Fargo, prevented the bank from acquiring or holding interest in new financial subsidiaries without consulting with the OCC first.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2025
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For the perfect accompaniment to afternoon tea, try these Coffee Cake Scones from the Bon Appétit Bake Club.—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 June 2025
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The live performance will provide the accompaniment.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Marchand has added another veteran presence to the room and has served as a quality complement to Anton Lundell and Eetu Luostarinen on Florida’s third forward line.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2025
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Smith was a fine complement in the middle to counter the attention opposing defenses sent the way of wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
3 June 2025
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It’s often cooked like a vegetable or taken as a supplement, thanks to natural compounds that may support its health benefits.3 Jump to Key Takeaways. 1.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Taking the supplement along with these medicines can cause a condition called serotonin syndrome, which can lead to agitation, confusion, high fever, rapid heart rate, muscle stiffness and, in severe cases, seizures or even death.—
Lorne J. Hofseth,
The Conversation,
3 June 2025
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“Additive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additive. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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