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
Geico Auto Insurance Learn More Policy highlights Geico offers 16 discounts and a variety of optional add-ons, such as emergency roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement and mechanical breakdown insurance.
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Liz Knueven, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
High-vamp black ballet flats from the Row, a ball cap, and an oversized suede tote are natural add-ons, while the pop of red beaded necklace totally caught us by surprise.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
Guests can also pay for add-ons, such as IV therapies, chiropractic treatments, acupuncture, and more.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Just note — this deal is for new users only and covers Internxt Drive storage (not Mail, Meet, or other add-ons).
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
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).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 19 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
Liz Knueven, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
High-vamp black ballet flats from the Row, a ball cap, and an oversized suede tote are natural add-ons, while the pop of red beaded necklace totally caught us by surprise.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
Guests can also pay for add-ons, such as IV therapies, chiropractic treatments, acupuncture, and more.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Just note — this deal is for new users only and covers Internxt Drive storage (not Mail, Meet, or other add-ons).
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
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).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 19 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-ons
Noun
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Store heavy coats, boots and cold-weather accessories out of sight.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Like a quality watch, gold necklaces are timeless accessories — living outside of the trend cycle while appearing around the necks of society’s most fashionable year in and year out, no matter the season.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Are there family-friendly options?—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Elders and their families do have options, lawyers emphasized.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, at home, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Add-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-ons. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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