INCLUSION Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

inclusion

noun

Definition of inclusion

as in addition

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Recent Examples of inclusion But their inclusion in the festival was part of the appeal of the lineup — the incredible mix of old and new. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2026 Football teams have rosters, and the potential inclusion of 22- or 23-year-olds who played in an NFL training camp would obviously be appealing to a college coach. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The inclusion of transgender issues could make the difference. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026 Fetter, who now coaches youth sailors in San Diego, noted how the sport has made strides toward gender inclusion and equality over the last two decades. — Madeleine Kashkooli, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclusion

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Noun

While their new addition has been an adjustment for their twins, the proud parents share that their twins simply adore their baby brother.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Recreation and Parks General Manager Jimmy Kim told residents that installation of an approximately 8-foot fence was expected to begin this fall, followed by artistic and decorative additions through next spring.

— Hanna Kang, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of addition

Noun

Driving the increase in murder charges in fatal crashes are a few factors, Cherney and McClain agree.

— Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
Over the past three months, international futures markets saw cocoa rise by more than 60% cumulatively, coffee gain over 30%, and raw sugar futures increase by nearly 30%.

— , CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of increase

Noun

Bhatia said investors are now seeing opportunities for revenue growth at Salesforce increasing from the low double digits, along with margin expansion.

— Jordan Novet, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Trump remains data-center booster amid bipartisan opposition The rapid expansion of data centers, which house networks and services for digital information and services, is proving to be the rare issue that cuts through party lines.

— Joey Garrison, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of expansion

Noun

With liposuction being the number one ask, breast augmentation third and Brazilian butt lifts pulling up the rear.

— Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
As on the age-old original, the first half of the six-minute track was sweeping in its use of orchestral augmentation, and then the second half put aside both strings and vocals to turn into a pure band jam.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of augmentation

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Essentially, viewers buy online currency to keep watching series divided into one to a few minute increments.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of broth until warmed through, or microwave in 1-minute increments, stirring after each, until warmed through.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of increment

Noun

Ahead of its 40th anniversary, the property closed roughly 90 percent of its 800-plus rooms for a 15-month overhaul, relaunching in 2025 with a lighter, more polished look.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
And for data centers to be a net plus, the state, counties and cities will need to develop coordinated plans to address power and water constraints, too.

— David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of plus

Noun

The company reported $450 million in legal accruals related to the trial, including the $280 million in settlements, which were recognized in its first quarter.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026
This accrual is most pronounced in the neurons of the cortex, hippocampus, and cerebellum, potentially contributing to neurodegenerative effects.

— Kristel Tjandra, Hartford Courant, 5 June 2026

Definition of accrual

Noun

Key Takeaways Calcium supplements can help maintain bone health, especially for people who don’t get enough calcium from food or are at higher risk of fractures, like those with osteoporosis.

— Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 3 Sep. 2026
The kosher-, gluten-, dairy-, and sugar-free supplement has a 20-ounce volume (that’s about 28 servings) and promises to support skin, bones, hair, nails, and joints alike with its 20 grams of collagen peptides per serving.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of supplement

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