add (to)

verb

Definition of add (to)next
as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number the need to be back home before 5:00 p.m. adds to the difficulty of arranging the trip

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add (to)
  1. increase
  2. accelerate
  3. expand
  4. augment
  5. boost
  6. raise
  7. multiply
Verb
  • Weight-bearing exercises, such as brisk walking, jogging, and dancing, are great for increasing bone density.
    Jianying Zhang, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Her two top priorities for the district are fiscal transparency and increasing test scores.
    Hanna Kang, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of increase
Verb
  • But when compared to last year’s unreliable defense that failed to close out numerous close games, much less help accelerate blowouts, what the unit is doing this year is a breath of fresh air in Boulder.
    Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • The technology is also transforming medical imaging and has been helpful in accelerating the drug discovery process.
    Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of accelerate
Verb
  • Vice mayor Belal Aftab and councilmember Chuck Page, both members of the ad hoc committee on economic vitality, were in favor of advancing a pilot outdoor dining program that would allow Hero Ranch Kitchen restaurant to expand its outdoor dining with logistical support from city staff.
    Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Marrero’s plan relies heavily on using new or expanded enrollment zones, or boundaries that include multiple schools families can choose from rather than a single neighborhood school.
    Jessica Seaman, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
Definition of expand
Verb
  • This means installing lighting at multiple levels including ceiling lights, table and floor lamps, and wall sconces to augment any natural light.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
  • For those on social media, there is a way to track election results that might be helpful as a way to augment major media coverage.
    John Brandon, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of augment
Verb
  • The biggest prize for green groups came as voters approved Proposition 4, a statewide bond measure to provide $10 billion to thin forests to reduce wildfire risk, expand parks and open spaces, and boost water recycling, groundwater storage and stream restoration for wildlife.
    Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Trump's showing also boosted outcomes for Latino Republicans.
    Suzanne Gamboa, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of boost
Verb
  • Loading your audio article California air quality regulators late Friday approved a plan to strengthen limits on the planet-warming emissions from gasoline and diesel fuels, a move expected to raise gas prices while bringing public health benefits.
    Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The company has established an at-the-market equity program to sell up to US$250 million of common shares, raising gross proceeds of $138,476,000 during the six months ended September 30, 2024.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of raise
Verb
  • Illinois has the most local governments in the nation, multiplying the chances for corruption Illinois’ arcane ballot rules turn politics into a blood sport where only the most powerful and savvy survive Chicago police bet big on pricey surveillance cameras.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Lies and propaganda about presidential candidates' stances, voting system security and the integrity of American democracy are multiplying ahead of Election Day.
    Sam Sabin, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of multiply
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“Add (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add%20%28to%29. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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