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additive

[ad-i-tiv] / ˈæd ɪ tɪv /


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"This quantification of the economic value that these things provide is only additive to the inherent intrinsic conservation value that all life on Earth has."

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

Unlike conventional methods that shape a part by cutting away material or filling a mold, additive manufacturing builds an object by placing material only where it is required.

From Science Daily Aug. 4, 2026

“Stablecoins are additive to our network,” CEO Michael Miebach said on the earnings call.

From MarketWatch Jul. 30, 2026

Nathalie clicks on the additive in question: E450.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

I’m betting it got its creaminess from xanthan gum or some other additive.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan

I rotated among brands to lessen the likelihood that these additives would heavily influence my results.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

Rivelino Rodriguez, chef lecturer at The Guernsey Institute, said the project was designed to give parents "inspiration for cheap adaptable meals that taste good without all the additives and preservatives found in ready-made foods".

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

They were looking for a steady source of raw milk at a time when consumers were waking up to the risks of food contaminated by additives, fertilizers and pesticides.

From Salon Jun. 22, 2026

Similarly, packaged pancakes and waffles are filled with sugars and are often ultraprocessed, loaded with harmful additives.

From MarketWatch Jun. 21, 2026

Several of the ingredients were synthetic additives that are permitted under federal organic rules.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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