INCLUSION Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

inclusion

noun

Definition of inclusion

as in addition

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Recent Examples of inclusion The rules of succession are a point of debate in Japan, but so far, the country has not embraced the inclusion of women as a solution. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 26 Aug. 2026 The report’s release coincides with a recent decision by federal Environment Minister Murray Watt to extend the North West Shelf gas project through 2070, and with Murujuga’s inclusion on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. — Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 26 Aug. 2026 Sturdivant has been one of the Packers’ training camp standouts, making a convincing case for his inclusion on the 53-man roster. — Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 These campaigners centered on the most divisive issues, particularly the full inclusion of gay Christians in the life of the church. — Bill McKibben, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inclusion

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Noun

With key draft additions filling secondary gaps alongside veteran pass rushers upfront, even a middle-of-the-pack defensive performance would drastically change Dallas' game-to-game outlook.

— David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
The addition of Victory+ had been designed in part to accommodate the NWSL’s growing inventory after expansion to 16 teams increased the regular-season schedule from 182 matches in 2025 to 240 this year.

— Asli Pelit, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of addition

Noun

The typical small business faces premium increases of 14% next year, based on a preliminary analysis by KFF.

— Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Australia’s National Emergency Management Agency has warned that the growing trend of concurrent and cascading disasters is expected to continue and, in many cases, increase.

— Milad Haghani, Scientific American, 27 Aug. 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

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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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Additionally, using higher-frequency ultraviolet light, scientists are able to create larger energy jumps and measure them more frequently, allowing time tracking in much finer increments, thereby increasing precision.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
Coffee percolators measure cups in 5-ounce increments rather than standard 8-ounce cup measuring units.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 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

The co-founder of FIZZNESS, a wellness supplement company, was spotted at Strahan’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in 2023 and attended Isabella’s high school graduation that same year.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Aug. 2026
The collagen supplement people are adding to coffee and smoothies Many kids aren't getting enough protein.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of supplement

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