add up to

Example Sentences

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For a factory working a large apartment project, those fewer percentage points might add up to a quarter million dollars or more.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s a bit like an assortment of individual tiles that collectively add up to a mosaic.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

These costs can add up to $300 to $600 a month, depending on the plan.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

But a decision to cancel the races could have a significant financial impact - the fees paid by the two oil-rich countries add up to well over $100m.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

My little bit wasn’t much, but if everybody all over the country helped a little bit, it would add up to something.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson