: existing or occurring as an increase or addition : additional, further
an issue that has gained added importance in recent months
an added attraction/advantage
providing added value
Examples of added in a Sentence
ever since his mother got sick, he's had the added responsibility of getting his little sister ready for school
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Double-check nutrition labels and ingredient lists to ensure there’s no added salt.
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
This versatile piece can be worn on its own or layered under a coat for added warmth.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Roasted almonds can contain added salt, fat, and sugar.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
The suspension of payments left millions of low-income Americans uncertain and forced food banks nationwide to shoulder added demand.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
This versatile piece can be worn on its own or layered under a coat for added warmth.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Roasted almonds can contain added salt, fat, and sugar.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
The suspension of payments left millions of low-income Americans uncertain and forced food banks nationwide to shoulder added demand.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for added
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“Added.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/added. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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