1
as in totals
a complete amount of something
the sum of human knowledge on that subject
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2
as in summaries
a short statement of the main points
the district attorney delivered a sum of the evidence against the accused that was simply staggering
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3
as in heights
the highest part or point
he declared that he had reached the sum of joy when his newborn daughter was laid in his arms
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as in roots
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the sum of the issue is: who will pay for this?
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as in adds
to combine (numbers) into a single sum
can sum figures in his head faster than I can punch them into a calculator
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Recent Examples of sums
Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Now the company seeks to expand on last year’s win by spending vast sums — putting up more than $70 million so far — on a California ballot measure campaign to cap attorney fees in car crash cases.
—Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Houses, cars and even helicopters can be bought through the same system — though hefty sums often have to get a bank approval first.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Both vintage and contemporary watches realized remarkable sums, with no fewer than 14 lots surpassing $1 million.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
Soon after, the business settled for undisclosed sums.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 11 May 2026
Turner then turned his attention to philanthropy, giving away huge amounts of his wealth to support global causes, including $1 billion to the United Nations Foundation and other sums to support the environment and nuclear non-proliferation.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Lawmakers say these companies use predatory collection practices to charge veterans large sums for help claiming benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 May 2026
With 20 horses running and all of America watching, massive sums of money are being bet in all directions.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
That about sums it up nicely, song.
—Glen Weldon, NPR, 14 May 2026
That sums to about $40 billion – far short of the $56 billion price tag for eBay.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 4 May 2026
Center’s Tamina Health Concept sums it up.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Owner and hotel manager Andrea Scherz describes the look as mountain chic with a British touch, and that pretty much sums it up.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Fennell's version of the book promises to lean into the madness and passion of Cathy and Heathcliffe's doomed love—and this quote kind of sums it up.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
Parents sat down with Avatar star and Academy Award-winner, Zoe Saldaña, who sums the film up beautifully.
—Katie Grant, Parents, 16 Dec. 2025
Still, according to the investigative media outlet Mongabay, Petroperú has accumulated nearly $100 million in penalties for environmental damage across the country — sums the highly indebted state-company is not likely to be able to pay in the foreseeable future.
—Sabrina Weiss, The Dial, 23 Sep. 2025
Noun
The trial, of course, is centered on whether OpenAI abandoned its charitable founding mission as its for-profit arm fundraised record sums from Microsoft and others and its parent company restructured into a public-benefit corporation.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Now the company seeks to expand on last year’s win by spending vast sums — putting up more than $70 million so far — on a California ballot measure campaign to cap attorney fees in car crash cases.
—Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Houses, cars and even helicopters can be bought through the same system — though hefty sums often have to get a bank approval first.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Both vintage and contemporary watches realized remarkable sums, with no fewer than 14 lots surpassing $1 million.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
Soon after, the business settled for undisclosed sums.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 11 May 2026
Turner then turned his attention to philanthropy, giving away huge amounts of his wealth to support global causes, including $1 billion to the United Nations Foundation and other sums to support the environment and nuclear non-proliferation.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Lawmakers say these companies use predatory collection practices to charge veterans large sums for help claiming benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 May 2026
With 20 horses running and all of America watching, massive sums of money are being bet in all directions.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Verb
That's what sums it up best, is Change of Plans.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
That about sums it up nicely, song.
—Glen Weldon, NPR, 14 May 2026
That sums to about $40 billion – far short of the $56 billion price tag for eBay.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 4 May 2026
Center’s Tamina Health Concept sums it up.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Owner and hotel manager Andrea Scherz describes the look as mountain chic with a British touch, and that pretty much sums it up.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Fennell's version of the book promises to lean into the madness and passion of Cathy and Heathcliffe's doomed love—and this quote kind of sums it up.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
Parents sat down with Avatar star and Academy Award-winner, Zoe Saldaña, who sums the film up beautifully.
—Katie Grant, Parents, 16 Dec. 2025
Still, according to the investigative media outlet Mongabay, Petroperú has accumulated nearly $100 million in penalties for environmental damage across the country — sums the highly indebted state-company is not likely to be able to pay in the foreseeable future.
—Sabrina Weiss, The Dial, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sums
Noun
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By extending his career, Rodgers will continue to add to career totals that rank him among the most prolific quarterbacks in NFL history.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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Rain totals in those areas could range from one-half inch to more than an inch.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
Noun
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In the report, the auditor general points out multiple concerning examples of mistakes in those summaries that could have a direct and negative impact on a patient’s subsequent care.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
14 May 2026
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On Thursday evening, the two attended a state banquet in Beijing, and both countries released readouts, or summaries of that private meeting.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
14 May 2026
Noun
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In seasons 14 and 15, the PAW Patrol is on a roll with adventures that take the pups from the prehistoric wilds of Dinosaur Island to the rock-climbing heights of Rescue Mountain.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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Students at the University of Missouri in Columbia took the fad to record-setting new heights on March 5, 1974, when 600 or so naked folks ran past the historic columns on campus while a crowd of about 1,500 people cheered them on.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
Noun
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What is striking about this moment is that America is not merely acknowledging the Jewish roots of some of its values historically, but openly turning again to a distinctly Jewish practice as a possible source of wisdom for the present.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Rayner is a favorite of members who think the party has strayed too far from its working-class roots and those who want the party to do more to boost the minimum wage and raise taxes on the rich.—
Danica Kirka,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The modern high neck adds a sophisticated detail that will instantly elevate your entire look.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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The large spiral staircase adds an air of grandeur, likewise for the back garden.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Noun
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While Spain offers a European setting, many eclipse chasers are eyeing destinations like Tunisia and Egypt for their very long totalities and very high chances of clear skies.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Legal professionals use ChatGPT to draft initial contract language, summarize legal documents, explain complex concepts in plain language, prepare deposition outlines, and structure legal arguments.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Because of the outlines in the new collective bargaining agreement, Collier will now be an unrestricted free agent next offseason.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
Noun
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And luckily for me, Quince is secretly stocked with linen tops, dresses, skirts, and more, starting at just $32.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Jennifer Garner’s go-to sneaker brand is included in the sale too, with 25 percent discounts on all Brooks running tops and 30 percent off all bras from the brand.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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“Sums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sums. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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