additives

noun

plural of additive
as in subsidiaries

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  1. subsidiaries
  2. accompaniments
  3. supplements
Noun
  • The company, as well as any subsidiaries, will not be permitted to use Google’s Android apps and services.
    — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 3 Nov. 2026
  • In November 2023, a lawsuit was filed against UnitedHealthcare, claiming one of its subsidiaries denied claims for post-acute care using an artificial intelligence program without human review.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of subsidiaries
Noun
  • Make little parcels with the fish and all the accompaniments to make a perfect bite.
    — Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Formal afternoon tea is served, too, with the savory and sweet accompaniments prepared through an Indonesian lens.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of accompaniments
Noun
  • Ginger supplements may cause side effects, including abdominal discomfort, heartburn, and diarrhea, particularly at higher doses.
    — Merve Ceylan, HEALTH, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Ask your doctor if melatonin or magnesium supplements are appropriate for you.
    — Ricardo Correa, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of supplements
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