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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
But Tom came in, offering a completely different personality with his own pluses, minuses and foibles.
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 June 2026
For North American brands, sourcing in the Western Hemisphere has plenty of pluses in the current climate.
—Sj Studio, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
In addition, Thomas’ competitive energy and potential value as a return specialist are pluses for the Bears.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
That came with pluses and negatives, but mostly the former, according to Alexa.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
And his leaping ability and 6-foot-1 height are clear pluses for an outside, press corner, which is Lee's play style.
—American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
There are a few pluses and minuses that may influence the barbecuers’s final purchase choice.
—New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
They more or less balance out, by the way, the pluses and minuses.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
There are pluses and minuses to electric sharpeners.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026
Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 June 2026
For North American brands, sourcing in the Western Hemisphere has plenty of pluses in the current climate.
—Sj Studio, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
In addition, Thomas’ competitive energy and potential value as a return specialist are pluses for the Bears.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
That came with pluses and negatives, but mostly the former, according to Alexa.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
And his leaping ability and 6-foot-1 height are clear pluses for an outside, press corner, which is Lee's play style.
—American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
There are a few pluses and minuses that may influence the barbecuers’s final purchase choice.
—New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
They more or less balance out, by the way, the pluses and minuses.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
There are pluses and minuses to electric sharpeners.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pluses
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
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For generations, many professionals developed expertise through repetitive tasks, routine analysis, and gradual increases in responsibility.—
Michael Edmondson,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Noun
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And while average state surpluses over the past decade have surpassed that number many times over, Connecticut’s budget is subject to a spending cap that ties its own growth to household income and inflation.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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As those temporary surpluses faded, homelessness spending fell sharply.—
Benjamin F. Henwood,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
Noun
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At the time, renewable capacity additions were limited, and thermal coal inventories across major Asian markets were significantly lower.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Puzo said the additions show the strength of Danbury Fair.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Stylish excesses are dialed back as cleaner camerawork, steadier editing and Farrell’s tender narration let the character breathe, blending sci-fi curiosity with classic detective-story stakes.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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And some creators, like Yeezy, see their right to print guns as an essential bulwark against the darkest excesses of America’s current government.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2026
Noun
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The scientific and engineering breakthroughs that will make possible these massive gains in energy production will themselves be driven by ever more powerful AI.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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But there’s a less encouraging trend tucked into these gains.—
Darby Saxbe,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Noun
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On a similar point, the most recent Art Basel & UBS Art Market Report noted major boosts to the Old Masters and Impressionism markets.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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Pre-tournament friendlies provided boosts.—
The Athletic Soccer Experts,
New York Times,
12 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pluses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pluses. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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