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additions

noun

plural of addition

as in extensions

a smaller structure added to a main building a new addition to the library providing space for an expanded video collection

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as in increases

something added (as by growth) the cache of old stamps I found in the discarded desk was a huge addition to my stamp collection

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as in accumulations

the act or process of becoming greater in number how do you account for the addition of more paint stains on your shirt after you put on a smock?

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Recent Examples of additions Summary The Phillies are actively seeking pitching depth to bolster their playoff push and challenge the Braves, as their bullpen has shown inconsistency and key additions are sidelined. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Those additions can complicate sorting and downstream recycling or reduce the quality of the recovered material. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 Every month, the streaming service removes titles to make room for new additions. — Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 In June, the Recording Academy amended the Best New Artist eligibility rules, among other category changes and additions. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026 With key draft additions filling secondary gaps alongside veteran pass rushers upfront, even a middle-of-the-pack defensive performance would drastically change Dallas' game-to-game outlook. — David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026 With several additions, the Sharks are expected to challenge for a playoff spot once again this year, and will be looking to make their first postseason appearance since the 2018-19 season. — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026 Yes, major-league sell-offs create minor-league additions, and nobody’s added talent lately quite like the Mets’ Double-A affiliate. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026 Stribling is the talk of the town, but the additions on defense appear ready to contribute. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Summary Solid gold jewelry is experiencing a significant resurgence, driven by independent brands offering personalized, custom pieces that feel like extensions of the wearer.

— Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
The initial contract was three years plus two, meaning there could be two extensions.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of extensions

Noun

The firm continues to expect the Fed to hike 50 basis points this year, with increases at the September and December Federal Open Market Committee meetings.

— Justina Lee, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
The pattern of warmer than normal water along the equator in the Eastern Pacific heats things up and favors increases in the number of tropical storms and hurricanes in the Pacific.

— Doyle Rice, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of increases

Noun

Finding large accumulations of geologic hydrogen entails stumbling on a Goldilocks set of conditions.

— IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2026
Inspectors found seven dead roaches under kitchen equipment and also noted accumulations of mold and rotting food debris, according to the report.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of accumulations

Noun

There are a host of other incentives as well, from per diems to boosts to their retirement benefits.

— Kat Lonsdorf, NPR, 24 Aug. 2026
People on antidepressants saw activity boosts in their left hippocampus, which is involved in memory and stress regulation, along with the right middle occipital gyrus, which is a visual processing area.

— Korin Miller, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of boosts

Noun

This comes after shares of Target spiked last Wednesday after the retailer reported second-quarter top- and bottom-line gains and raised its outlook for the year.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
The apartment search platform analyzed more than 100 metropolitan areas across the United States to determine which saw the most significant gains in millennial homeowners and renters.

— Gagandeep Singh, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026

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