as in to add
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
plans to annex the supply room so as to make the classroom bigger
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Recent Examples of annex
Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
Outside, the students get hands-on mushroom harvesting experience inside a greenhouse located behind the annex that houses the RV PREP (Personalized Readiness and Education Program).
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Fort Worth annexed Mosier Valley in 1963, but residents did not receive street lights, garbage collection or water and sewer lines until the late 1990s.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
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Noun
At the end of the show is a small annex with just three untitled paintings, all done in July, 2015, a month before Davis died, of cancer.
—Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
Outside, the students get hands-on mushroom harvesting experience inside a greenhouse located behind the annex that houses the RV PREP (Personalized Readiness and Education Program).
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
Huckabee quickly backtracked after Carlson expressed consternation at the idea of an American diplomat signaling approval for a single country annexing almost the entire Levant, half of Saudi Arabia and a good chunk of Egypt.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Fort Worth annexed Mosier Valley in 1963, but residents did not receive street lights, garbage collection or water and sewer lines until the late 1990s.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for annex
Noun
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In addition to seeing stronger hair over time, she’s noticed that adding this formula to her regimen has helped improve her energy levels and balance her hormone levels.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the void left by Lemon and Lane’s departures, the Trojans will also be without their top returning wideout this spring, as Tanook Hines will sit out the entire session following an offseason procedure.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Coach’s West Pack is designed with a mix of signature coated canvas, smooth calf leather, and a suede varsity stripe that adds a sporty and trendy touch to the simple black color scheme.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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The breathable, skin-friendly backing keeps it comfortable for all-day wear, while RFID-blocking material adds an extra layer of protection for cards.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Annex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annex. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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