add to
verb
added to; adding to; adds to
: to make (something) larger, better, or greater
He bought another rare coin to add to his collection.
The funny characters really add to the story.
The loud music added to the confusion.
Examples of add to in a Sentence
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Carolina Panthers add to running back depth chart Davis, listed as 5-foot-11 and 212 pounds, spent six seasons in college.
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
But in an age of information overload, the leaders who stand out aren’t those who add to the noise.
—Carmine Gallo, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The person being added to the chat also needs to give their consent.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 18 May 2026
But this is the first time archaeologists have actually unearthed a midden with evidence that people added to it regularly for so many generations.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
From pantry staples and frozen favorites to snacks and sweets, customers regularly swap tips online about which ALDI dupes are worth adding to their carts.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
The owners sourced each piece of furniture from local markets, adding to the three-bedroom’s authenticity.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 18 May 2026
Depending on the restaurant, the charge could be a flat fee or a percentage added to the total bill.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
Dog Days is just one more event added to Fan Fest, which will feature over 40 artists performing throughout the tournament.
—Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
But in an age of information overload, the leaders who stand out aren’t those who add to the noise.
—Carmine Gallo, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The person being added to the chat also needs to give their consent.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 18 May 2026
But this is the first time archaeologists have actually unearthed a midden with evidence that people added to it regularly for so many generations.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
From pantry staples and frozen favorites to snacks and sweets, customers regularly swap tips online about which ALDI dupes are worth adding to their carts.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
The owners sourced each piece of furniture from local markets, adding to the three-bedroom’s authenticity.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 18 May 2026
Depending on the restaurant, the charge could be a flat fee or a percentage added to the total bill.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
Dog Days is just one more event added to Fan Fest, which will feature over 40 artists performing throughout the tournament.
—Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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“Add to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/add%20to. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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