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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Recent Examples of plus
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
This vacuum has nearly 10,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, and reviewers have cited the Roomba i3+’s substantial battery life, effectiveness on hardwood and carpet floors, and mapping features as big pluses.
—Ho Lin, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
John A. Crotty, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2025
The only other plus player on the B’s is newly arrived Jokiharju (plus-4).
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2025
Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
Each order also comes with a can of actual Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, all for $2.49 plus shipping, according to Progresso.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The plus is festivals and events are now more important than ever to spotlight new series in a cluttered market.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
This vacuum has nearly 10,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, and reviewers have cited the Roomba i3+’s substantial battery life, effectiveness on hardwood and carpet floors, and mapping features as big pluses.
—Ho Lin, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
For the last two plus years a small group of affordable housing operators and owners have worked tirelessly to build a collective insurance company called Milford Street from the ground up.
—John A. Crotty, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2025
The only other plus player on the B’s is newly arrived Jokiharju (plus-4).
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2025
Preposition
Each order also comes with a can of actual Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, all for $2.49 plus shipping, according to Progresso.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
Each order also comes with a can of actual Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, all for $2.49 plus shipping, according to Progresso.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
Noun
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The value of the credits has increased rapidly as the state’s Public Utilities Commission approved rate increases requested by the companies.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Courant recently reported that while most Connecticut communities are proposing modest tax increases of 1 to 4% and a few planning no changes at all, several were warning of heftier hikes, one nearly 20%.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The surplus with the U.S. ballooned to 9 trillion yen ($63 billion).—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Managing surplus energy for local businesses and municipalities In most data centers, servers are air-cooled.—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Denver selected Harvey after twice trading back in the second round, acquiring an extra fourth-round selection in the process.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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For extra protection, Nelson suggests changing clothes immediately after returning home.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In addition to the performers, the ceremony will honor Warren Zevon with the Musical Influence Award, and key behind-the-scenes figures like Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Carol Kaye with the Musical Excellence Award.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Apr. 2025
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Career coaching now serves as a strategic investment in a student’s future, in addition to what is provided in university.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There are two ways to go with your shades: larger-than-life, rock star excess—in which case L.A.-based Jacques Marie Mage are your choice, my favourites are the Admiral, far right ($1,075)—or subtle, sleek frames which perform their function quietly—for these, N.Y.C.’s Moscot are the answer.—
Nick Hendry,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2025
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His platform of law and order, free markets, tighter control of immigration, and pushing back on the left’s social excesses was the exact medicine that Canada needed.—
The Editors,
National Review,
29 Apr. 2025
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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President Trump later noted the stock market's gains but declined to echo Bessent's view that the current economic standoff with China couldn't continue as is.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Such a move would extend its week to date gains to about 7.5%.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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Overview Few cars are capable of serving the gods of both comfort and sportiness as well as the 2023 BMW 3-series sedan.—
Eric Stafford,
Car and Driver,
22 Mar. 2023
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This duo increases cell turnover and gives retinol-like results, like improving texture, redness, firmness, as well as the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, without the negative side effects.—
Katie Intner,
Harper's BAZAAR,
21 Mar. 2023
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“Plus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plus. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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