tacking (on)

present participle of tack (on)

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adding
Verb
  • Meanwhile, Charlotte’s population is growing rapidly, with the city adding more residents over any other in the past year.
    Zaire Breedlove, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
  • Teams have flown thousands of kilometres between games over these six weeks, adding unnecessary fatigue and logistical challenges.
    The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 22 July 2026
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“Tacking (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacking%20%28on%29. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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