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accumulation

[uh-kyoo-myuh-ley-shuhn] / əˌkyu myəˈleɪ ʃən /


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Seeing the accumulation of other people’s innermost desires in the trees — and given that the wishes are uncovered — lends the work an openness and accessibility that can be therapeutic, Loyer said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The “fragile” recovery reflected renewed exchange-traded funds inflows after a 13-day $4.4 billion outflow streak and major crypto holders continuing to signal long-term accumulation, Zaye Capital Markets analyst Naeem Aslam said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

What Messi has achieved across two decades is not just an accumulation of trophies and statistics.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Many younger adults can no longer afford to make a purchase, eliminating a historical pathway to wealth accumulation and financial stability.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Those who contend that the extraordinary accumulation of wealth is a good thing say that while the rich are indeed getting richer, so are most people who work hard and save.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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