as in total
a complete amount of something
numerous episodes of pilferage, taken in the aggregate, can really add up to a significant sum
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as in to number
to have a total of
over time, her petty thefts aggregated a significant shortfall in the company's books
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as in collective
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Recent Examples of aggregate
Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Concrete, which primarily comprises cement, water, and aggregates, is the most used construction material in the world.
—New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
Supporters argue these markets can sometimes outperform traditional polling by aggregating large volumes of independent bets.
—Sam Stevenson, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Ben Church, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
These middleware platforms translate formats and aggregate records so applications can retrieve data from multiple systems at once.
—Celina Yong, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
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Noun
There is something about the possibility of an opposing player making Wembanyama look human that is so enticing about this series, even if Wembanyama will likely win the individual matchup in the aggregate.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Concrete, which primarily comprises cement, water, and aggregates, is the most used construction material in the world.
—New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
On the website, an anonymous support team doles out round-ups and aggregates interview highlights, to fill out the content garden.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
Supporters argue these markets can sometimes outperform traditional polling by aggregating large volumes of independent bets.
—Sam Stevenson, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Then, five minutes later, Michael Olise scored an even better goal with the last kick of the game to earn the Bavarians a 6-4 aggregate win, booking their place in the Champions League semifinals.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
These middleware platforms translate formats and aggregate records so applications can retrieve data from multiple systems at once.
—Celina Yong, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggregate
Noun
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The 2026 games will host a total of 104 matches, 40 more than the previous edition in Qatar when 32 teams competed.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Those costs were part of a $512 million total bond issuance on which taxpayers will pay a total of $140 million in interest over the next seven years.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But his days in the City of Brotherly Love are almost certainly numbered.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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The largest bird in North America, the condor, numbered fewer than two dozen in the wild in the 1980s.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With its handmade stop-motion art style and heartfelt storytelling, the game honors cultural memory and centers a Black woman’s healing journey with exceptional craft in this meaningful exploration of personal and collective weight.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The series emphasizes hope and the power of collective action, providing a nuanced look at both the rebels and the individuals within the Empire, ultimately highlighting the enduring relevance of its themes of oppression and resistance in today’s world.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The gang, many of whom were part of the Doan family, robbed the Bucks County treasury of a large sum — 1,200 silver Spanish dollars and 400 silver French crowns, as well as other cash.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The race to offer data center operators the most appealing tax incentive may end up being a race to the bottom, as the strategy might already be losing local and state governments large sums of money.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The company offers more than 350 trips in some 100 countries on all seven continents, and tour group sizes average 11 participants.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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So far this year, homes over $1 million have averaged 62 days on the market, much higher than the 24-day average in 2022.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Paradoxically, his quest for totality entailed a diminishment—of size, of scale, of material.—
Ara H. Merjian,
ARTnews.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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Shooting with a filter also requires its manual removal during totality — or, when the sun is completely hidden by the moon — meaning a hand must enter the frame and interrupt the shot.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Aggregate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggregate. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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