add up to

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Families can add up to another $5,000 in contributions every year until the child reaches 18, but those donations won’t be tax-deductible.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The forgone wages and benefits of these retirees add up to an estimated $201 billion annually and the loss of payroll contributions represents a $356 million hit to federal tax revenue, Implan estimates.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Over time, more charges began to add up to a tipping point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

In addition, their years of employment at the company combined with their age must add up to 70 or more.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

By the way, it’s fine to add up to any of the wake forms: Wake up and smell the coffee!

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner