as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair
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Recent Examples of add-ons
The Florida Lottery site states game add-ons include Double Play for $1, a bonus drawing where players could win up to $250,000 using the same numbers (Double Play drawings are held immediately after Florida Lotto drawings).
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Lianna Norman, Florida Times-Union, 8 Feb. 2026
One of these two-door, two-seater roadsters could be outfitted with $1 million worth of add-ons, David said.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
No modifications or add-ons are allowed.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
For an initial £43m fee and a further £5m in add-ons, Strand Larsen was not a deal that Palace would typically be seeking to close.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Why malicious Chrome extensions look legitimate These malicious add-ons are designed to look legitimate.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Updates on supporting acts, VIP options, and experience add-ons are expected closer to the event date.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Prices are set, no substitutions, add-ons are welcome.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Optional add-ons, such as the $500-tour of medieval Montalcino with a Brunello wine tasting, feel almost restrained in comparison.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Lianna Norman, Florida Times-Union, 8 Feb. 2026
One of these two-door, two-seater roadsters could be outfitted with $1 million worth of add-ons, David said.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
No modifications or add-ons are allowed.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
For an initial £43m fee and a further £5m in add-ons, Strand Larsen was not a deal that Palace would typically be seeking to close.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Why malicious Chrome extensions look legitimate These malicious add-ons are designed to look legitimate.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Updates on supporting acts, VIP options, and experience add-ons are expected closer to the event date.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Prices are set, no substitutions, add-ons are welcome.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Optional add-ons, such as the $500-tour of medieval Montalcino with a Brunello wine tasting, feel almost restrained in comparison.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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The European Union is moving forward with its ban on destroying unsold clothing, footwear and accessories.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Canvas Backpack Yes, Everlane does accessories just as well as its clothing, and this backpack proves it.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Alarms for doors and windows, smart locks or wearables that detect movement are other options that boost safety and can connect to the caregiver's smartphones.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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Over half were additives typically added to ultraprocessed foods; the rest were more natural options, such as the use of lemon juice as a preservative or beet juice for color.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Without care, these small appliances can become a fire hazard.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
7 Feb. 2026
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In addition to smart lighting and automation, experts agree that energy-efficient smart appliances will also be in higher demand.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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