as in increases
something added (as by growth)
augmentations to the benefits package over the years have resulted in a total of 12 paid holidays for employees
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Recent Examples of augmentations
The Ducks, on the other hand, landed one of the biggest augmentations in the NHL, swinging a deal for seasoned defenseman John Carlson, who’d spent nearly 17 seasons as a Washington Capital.
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Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
And both of these augmentations have yielded a superb whiskey that is better than the original, which is not always the case.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2026
This story was updated to include additional information on Pro Quick Draw processes and other augmentations for coaching workflows.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 26 Feb. 2026
However, Gould points out traditional high-end augmentations in Beverly Hills can reach as high as $12,000 and $15,000 dollars.
—Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
The procedures listed include breast augmentations, tummy tucks and, yes, facelifts, whether that be mini (short scar) facelifts or full facelifts, both of which address signs of aging like sagging skin, loose jowls and creases.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Technically still human, though his augmentations and long life give him this bitter detachment from others.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
The two women, who opened the Clinic in New York City at the end of 2024, are offering nonsurgical breast augmentations and are already booked out for weeks, thanks to all of their happy customers spreading the word.
—Hedy Phillips, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The war in Ukraine has proven these difficulties, requiring the augmentations of traditional radar with other sensors and new technologies.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
And both of these augmentations have yielded a superb whiskey that is better than the original, which is not always the case.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2026
This story was updated to include additional information on Pro Quick Draw processes and other augmentations for coaching workflows.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 26 Feb. 2026
However, Gould points out traditional high-end augmentations in Beverly Hills can reach as high as $12,000 and $15,000 dollars.
—Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
The procedures listed include breast augmentations, tummy tucks and, yes, facelifts, whether that be mini (short scar) facelifts or full facelifts, both of which address signs of aging like sagging skin, loose jowls and creases.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Technically still human, though his augmentations and long life give him this bitter detachment from others.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
The two women, who opened the Clinic in New York City at the end of 2024, are offering nonsurgical breast augmentations and are already booked out for weeks, thanks to all of their happy customers spreading the word.
—Hedy Phillips, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The war in Ukraine has proven these difficulties, requiring the augmentations of traditional radar with other sensors and new technologies.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for augmentations
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Faced with increases in insurance premiums, many households wind up relocating, the Dallas Fed report found.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Councilwoman Jennifer Fisher, R-5th, said that while people don’t like tax increases, the public has been understanding about the town’s funding challenges.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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With the additions of Vanloo and New York native Aubrey Griffin, DeMarco had only nine players available.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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There were little things, like the belts, that were late in the game additions.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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One dose of the vaccine is 93% effective at preventing measles; a second dose boosts effectiveness even further — to 97%, according to the CDC.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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The foreign currency exchange rate gains were generated by bonds issued by Berkshire Hathaway, denominated in British Pounds, euros, and Japanese Yen.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The rise of Plaid Cymru feeds into a general picture of a divided United Kingdom, in which Keir Starmer's Labour party have lost ground, and multiple parties are hoping to make gains at the next general election.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
10 May 2026
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“Augmentations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augmentations. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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