additive

Example Sentences

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While many artists at Felix experiment with their surfaces through additive processes, others use a subtractive approach to enliven their work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

He noted that Microsoft’s relationship with OpenAI “is not nearly as additive as it once was” either.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

“This is an additive approach. We’re not looking to replace things that you’re already including in your diet. We’re looking to add something that carries that benefit through even more strongly.”

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2026

The team showed that additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, allows the metal to cool and solidify much faster.

From Science Daily • Dec. 29, 2025

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

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan