as in increase
something added (as by growth)
added another big increment to the sales total this quarter
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Recent Examples of increment
Stalls are paid in one-hour increments to allow for shorter stays in premium/higher-demand zones; the rate is $1 per hour.
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Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Team officials will likely seek tax-increment financing for the project, too.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
Advanced reservations are required and can be made in two-hour increments.
—Alexandra Maloney
june 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Herman said that unlike the Oak Brook Promenade development built many years ago across Meyers Road, the Amazon store project is moving forward without tax increment financing or any financial incentives from the village.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
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Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Team officials will likely seek tax-increment financing for the project, too.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
Advanced reservations are required and can be made in two-hour increments.
—Alexandra Maloney
june 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Herman said that unlike the Oak Brook Promenade development built many years ago across Meyers Road, the Amazon store project is moving forward without tax increment financing or any financial incentives from the village.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for increment
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Oracle now expects capital expenditures will reach about $50 billion in the fiscal year ending in May 2026 — a $15 billion increase from its September forecast — executives said on a conference call after the results were released.—
Brody Ford,
Fortune,
11 Dec. 2025
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Over the last few months, the monthly increase in tariff money collected by customs has slowed, but November’s total was the first month that collections were lower than the previous month.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
11 Dec. 2025
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Three of his four catches moved the sticks on Sunday, and two were explosive gains (at least 16 yards), including a 33-yard grab on third-and-6 in the fourth quarter.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Dec. 2025
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Brands need a tool for building real loyalty, rather than short-term financial gain.—
Ron Tarter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Dec. 2025
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Advertisement Should the measure fail in the Senate, the political backing to boot out the Republicans who rejected it is likely to get a boost.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
11 Dec. 2025
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Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to your spearmint tea for a boost of flavor.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
11 Dec. 2025
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The contributions to Becerra and Bonta are one signal that AI giants and their employees have taken notice, investing in state elections in addition to congressional races.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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In addition to a woman believed by authorities to be O'Brien's girlfriend, a 3-year-old was also in the apartment at the time of the initial shooting, according to court documents.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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“Increment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increment. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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