as in additions
a smaller structure added to a main building
a new annex that will serve as the permanent home for the school library
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as in adds
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
plans to annex the supply room so as to make the classroom bigger
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Recent Examples of annexes
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Whether America annexes Greenland or not remains a question on everybody’s minds right now.
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Barry Scott Zellen,
Hartford Courant,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
Kalbouss said the company has also committed to donating about $1 million to the Crete Fire Department, which will cover the cost of two ambulances needed as the village annexes territory.
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Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Whether America annexes Greenland or not remains a question on everybody’s minds right now.
—
Barry Scott Zellen,
Hartford Courant,
22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for annexes
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The three free-agent additions came in a flurry Wednesday after the Lakers pulled off an aggressive trade for center Walker Kessler.
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This approach allows the PLAN to maximize the effectiveness of both its existing carriers and future additions to the fleet.
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The heel is open, which is a nice touch in the summer heat, while the pointed toe adds polish.
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Foad adds that the idea of eliminating toxins comes from sweat washing away trace amounts of heavy metals from the skin, rather than flushing toxins from inside the body.
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Flossmoor’s South Commuter Lot, which adjoins the village’s Metra station just steps from downtown, may be reimagined as a public park and community gathering space with the help of an Illinois Department of Natural Resources grant.
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An elevated dining area adjoins a marble and wood kitchen, which features custom rift-oak cabinetry, top-tier stainless-steel appliances, and an oversized island with an integrated breakfast bar.
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“Annexes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annexes. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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