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as in attaching
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
the band recently added a saxophonist and a keyboard player to its ranks add another cup of flour to the mixture
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as in summing
to combine (numbers) into a single sum
when she added all the phone charges herself, she discovered an error in her bill
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Recent Examples of adding
Four airlines are adding or expanding their services, according to information from CVG.
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Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
To avoid this common pain point, Chun says to consider adding shoe storage to the hall closet along with a small sock basket.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
This versatile dairy staple can bulk up a breakfast smoothie, anchor a marinade for lamb and other meats, form the base of classic dips like tzatziki, and transform ice pops into high-protein, healthy desserts—adding tang, tenderness, and creaminess along the way.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Feb. 2026
Earle used what appeared to be a Nars Cosmetics concealer under her eyes and around her nose before filling in her skinny brows, baking and adding Patrick Ta’s Major Headlines Double-Take Crème and Powder Blush Duo.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Still, this may be a good time to consider adding silver to your portfolio, especially if the metal is poised for another run.
—Tim Maxwell, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
If a total home water softening system is out of reach, adding one-half cup of powdered borax to the wash cycle will help improve the softness of your clothes.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
San Marcos High School senior Josie Willis may be adding her name to that exclusive list at the end of this season.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
Trump is expected to hold further consultations this week, Axios said, before adding that White House officials said an attack is still on the table.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
To avoid this common pain point, Chun says to consider adding shoe storage to the hall closet along with a small sock basket.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
This versatile dairy staple can bulk up a breakfast smoothie, anchor a marinade for lamb and other meats, form the base of classic dips like tzatziki, and transform ice pops into high-protein, healthy desserts—adding tang, tenderness, and creaminess along the way.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Feb. 2026
Earle used what appeared to be a Nars Cosmetics concealer under her eyes and around her nose before filling in her skinny brows, baking and adding Patrick Ta’s Major Headlines Double-Take Crème and Powder Blush Duo.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Still, this may be a good time to consider adding silver to your portfolio, especially if the metal is poised for another run.
—Tim Maxwell, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
If a total home water softening system is out of reach, adding one-half cup of powdered borax to the wash cycle will help improve the softness of your clothes.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
San Marcos High School senior Josie Willis may be adding her name to that exclusive list at the end of this season.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
Trump is expected to hold further consultations this week, Axios said, before adding that White House officials said an attack is still on the table.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adding
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After attaching Kidman and Fanning and writer Susannah Grant, the package was taken out and, in a bidding war, went to Paramount+ with a straight-to-series order.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
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The other is finding someone who will take Yoshida in a salary dump, which would probably require attaching a pitching prospect or two.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Experts recommend introducing fiber slowly, as for some people, adding too much right away can cause cramping, bloating and constipation.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom is introducing a bill that would ban selling booze to repeat DUI offenders.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Some brands also cited seasonal sourcing patterns as a challenge in calculating long-term financing commitments.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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There are countless situations when calculating how many square feet are in a space comes in handy, from renting or buying a home to furnishing a place.—
Morgan Goldberg,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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With the help of the architecture firm Gensler and the design company Blueprint Studios, Live Nation is studying the possibility of inserting a second large, but more manageable, 5,000-person venue underground.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
10 Feb. 2026
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Some people—in fear of being accused of using AI—are purposely inserting grammatical errors or typos to make their prose look more human, experts say.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 Feb. 2026
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And that isn’t counting another 65 individuals who have currently been found beds at local hotels or motels in greater Hartford.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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The difference between counting down the minutes and barely noticing the time often comes down to what’s in your carry-on.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Plans stalled amid mounting opposition from residents and legal challenges over annexing the property, according to The Colorado Sun.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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In 2014, four days after the Winter Games in Sochi, Russia invaded Ukraine the first time, annexing Crimea.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Only three automakers are expected to air ads, totaling roughly two minutes, during this year's game.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
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She was subsequently charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell and was held on bonds totaling $15,000.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Bill Gates named in Epstein files Documents released from the Epstein files indicate that Gates and Epstein met repeatedly after Epstein's prison term to discuss expanding the Microsoft founder's philanthropic efforts.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Adding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adding. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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