1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a recalculation of the year's income that resulted in a plus in the company's profits
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2
as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
the supply of cranberries is greatly in plus of the demand for them in the market
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as in extra
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as in including
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Recent Examples of plus
Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
There’s not enough space to unpick all the false and misleading statements offered by Martin, Brodeur and few other lawmakers during an intense hour-plus of debate on Martin’s plan.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
The timing of the injury has to be particularly heartbreaking for Zacha, who has been one of the B’s most durable players in his three plus seasons here.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Each order came with a can of actual Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, all for $2.49 plus shipping, according to Progresso.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2025
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Noun
But the show has not topped 20 million viewers since 2019, as younger viewers are content to watch highlights of the ceremony on social media, rather than sit through a three-hour-plus telecast on traditional TV.
—Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
There’s not enough space to unpick all the false and misleading statements offered by Martin, Brodeur and few other lawmakers during an intense hour-plus of debate on Martin’s plan.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
His plus-six net rating was the second-highest of all Knicks players to suit up behind only Josh Hart (plus-11).
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
The timing of the injury has to be particularly heartbreaking for Zacha, who has been one of the B’s most durable players in his three plus seasons here.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Preposition
Herman, 42, owes $50,000 plus interest in settlement funds to Rebecca Liland, and another $39,300 plus interest to Jennifer McGonigal, after each filed civil lawsuits against him in Broward County and received default judgments when Herman didn’t answer.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Each order came with a can of actual Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, all for $2.49 plus shipping, according to Progresso.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
Noun
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This is an increase from the 31 arrests made during the same period last year.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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That represents an increase of nearly 2,000 spectators per outing, which equates to a 7% rise compared with the same point in 2024-25.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Major countries such as India are having to ration oil and gas, which, until recently, were projected to be in surplus.—
Derek Chollet,
semafor.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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That’s because Citizens hasn’t always been able to keep a surplus of cash capable of paying millions of claims or anything close to it.—
Scott Pham,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Minnelli haggled with doctors for extra pills, was left home alone with her infant sister, and once used garden shears to slice open a screen window when Garland locked herself in a bathroom, threatening to overdose.—
Matt Weinstock,
New Yorker,
25 Mar. 2026
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For now, Hill isn’t making any specific recommendations for how to allocate the extra cash.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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The sequel expanded into non-traditional territories for Bollywood including Uruguay, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Chile, Mexico and Cyprus.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Exchange NuLu joins other Hotel Genevieve including Bar Genevieve, Mini Marché, and Jimmy Can't Dance.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The changes at the intersection will mean the addition of two signs that will have flashing lights triggered by people or traffic at the crossing roads.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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In addition to his robust campaign fundraising, Holland has been able to bring on the head of the local Republican Party, Matthew Kay, as his campaign chair.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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One of the things that struck him the most about the place was the lack of sunlight, and the excess of artificial lighting.—
Manuel Rueda,
NPR,
20 Mar. 2026
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Trump supporters are calling out his excesses, while suburban moms join ICE Watch groups.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
Noun
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The Jayhawks’ loss has been the Red Storm’s program-altering gain.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Mar. 2026
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As the days get longer and the sun gains strength, cocktails like the Bramble float back into our minds, as if compelled by the season.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Plus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plus. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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