as in accumulating
to increase in amount as time passes
They accrued vacation time throughout the calendar year. A penny-pincher who is accruing a fortune by spending next to nothing.
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Recent Examples of accruing
While the Croisette might still be the #1 destination for accruing film prestige, the model for converting that into revenue is shakier than ever.
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Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
Most institutions are still accruing.
—Aditya Vikram Kashyap, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Matt Charman’s six-part show has proven successful for Sky since its April 30 debut, accruing significant early viewing across all six episodes.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Taxpayers who were assessed interest that began accruing during that period may also be eligible for refunds on those deductions, along with those who overpaid interest for that time.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 May 2026
The purchase price will be funded with $20 million in cash at closing and a $100 million promissory note due five years from closing, accruing interest at 5% annually.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The purchase price will be funded with $20 million in cash at closing and a $100 million promissory note due five years from closing (accruing interest at 5% annually).
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 May 2026
The transaction will be financed with $20 million in cash and a $100 million promissory note due in five years and accruing interest at 5% annually.
—Christopher Palmeri, Bloomberg, 11 May 2026
In the soft luxury category, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Dior were the three most popular brands, with Louis Vuitton accruing the most customers at its megastores, according to Bernstein data.
—Denni Hu, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
Most institutions are still accruing.
—Aditya Vikram Kashyap, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Matt Charman’s six-part show has proven successful for Sky since its April 30 debut, accruing significant early viewing across all six episodes.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Taxpayers who were assessed interest that began accruing during that period may also be eligible for refunds on those deductions, along with those who overpaid interest for that time.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 May 2026
The purchase price will be funded with $20 million in cash at closing and a $100 million promissory note due five years from closing, accruing interest at 5% annually.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The purchase price will be funded with $20 million in cash at closing and a $100 million promissory note due five years from closing (accruing interest at 5% annually).
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 May 2026
The transaction will be financed with $20 million in cash and a $100 million promissory note due in five years and accruing interest at 5% annually.
—Christopher Palmeri, Bloomberg, 11 May 2026
In the soft luxury category, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Dior were the three most popular brands, with Louis Vuitton accruing the most customers at its megastores, according to Bernstein data.
—Denni Hu, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accruing
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The constitution was out of balance, and the executive—at this time still the King—was accumulating powers and patronage at the expense of Parliament.—
Danielle Allen,
The Atlantic,
21 May 2026
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The ability to learn and adjust constantly can carry more weight than the historical value of simply accumulating knowledge.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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For a tech founder, the playbook for maximizing attention and hype around a great product launch usually starts with a big-bang event; a press release, a party for the who’s who of tech, a killer demo.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Legumes enrich soil with nitrogen, radishes repel cucumber beetles, and garlic deters pests while maximizing space.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2026
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Each year, Dream Cruise organizers also unveil a new commemorative design for the event, something many attendees look forward to collecting.—
Rachelle Graham,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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After collecting just 468 rushing yards and two touchdowns with the Cougars, Davis produced 731 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in his lone campaign with the Aggies.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
18 May 2026
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“Accruing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accruing. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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