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also plusses
1
as in increases
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 surpluses
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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Recent Examples of pluses
Excellent healthcare, a charming medieval center, and easy connections to the rest of Italy and Europe are all pluses of living here.
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Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Matt Baker says Florida coaches are out of excuses moving forward, Bruce Feldman breaks down the candidates to replace Napier and Chris Vannini has the pluses and minuses of the job.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Bugonia benefits from two major pluses.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
In their heart-to-heart about Hal’s pluses and minuses, Kate doesn’t obscure any facts about Hal or even tiptoe around his most infuriating qualities.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Of course, such high-tech innovations, providing the illusion of a social environment, have both pluses and minuses.
—Alan Lightman
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Jonathan Drouin’s brain and his passing ability were big pluses, but his one-timer and/or shot threat from the right circle was not.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
There are always pluses and minuses to anything.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Its low deductible and month-to-month coverage are pluses, as well, since most warranty companies lock you into a multi-year contract.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Matt Baker says Florida coaches are out of excuses moving forward, Bruce Feldman breaks down the candidates to replace Napier and Chris Vannini has the pluses and minuses of the job.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Bugonia benefits from two major pluses.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
In their heart-to-heart about Hal’s pluses and minuses, Kate doesn’t obscure any facts about Hal or even tiptoe around his most infuriating qualities.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Of course, such high-tech innovations, providing the illusion of a social environment, have both pluses and minuses.
—Alan Lightman
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
Jonathan Drouin’s brain and his passing ability were big pluses, but his one-timer and/or shot threat from the right circle was not.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
There are always pluses and minuses to anything.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025
Its low deductible and month-to-month coverage are pluses, as well, since most warranty companies lock you into a multi-year contract.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pluses
Noun
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Now that prices for eggs and coffee have come down, those price increases have stayed.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Jan. 2026
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The cooldown ended a monthslong acceleration of price increases and offered some relief for households strained by cost hikes.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But Connecticut has used those surpluses to build reserves and whittle down a considerable pension debt that still exceeds $33 billion, according to Lamont’s budget office.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
7 Jan. 2026
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The program ended in 1943 as the war drew to an end, and there were fewer surpluses.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The new convention center may help, as have the additions of parks and green space throughout the neighborhood, and the Arts District remains a hotspot for prestigious entertainment.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Angel City Football Club’s week of additions ended Friday with the acquisition of defender Emily Sams in a trade with the Orlando Pride.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In these respects, apart from the harlequin excesses of his Stalinism, Cowley is terrifically sound.—
Vince Passaro,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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Robert's Western World 416 Broadway, Suite B Known for showcasing real country music since 1992 and unapologetically shrugging off the excesses of downtown, this iconic Nashville haunt remains the best of Broadway.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Beck capitalized on that to get shorter gains and set up more manageable third-down situations.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Ford said a potential merger could bring enhanced police coverage, easier operations, long-term financial boosts and infrastructure improvements.—
Meghan Schiller,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Big-time pay boosts shift out of the DOC and into the Department of Mental Health (DMH) for our fourth place spot.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Pluses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pluses. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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