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simple arithmetical process of increase; accumulation v.
adjoin, increase; make further comment v.

VERB

simple arithmetical process of increase; accumulation

Synonyms

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calculate cast compute count enumerate figure reckon sum summate tally tot total tote

WEAK

count up do addition reckon up tot up

Antonyms

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estimate guess subtract

WEAK

decrease deduct diminish lessen reduce remove withdraw

VERB

adjoin, increase; make further comment

Synonyms

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boost continue include reply

STRONG

affix annex ante append augment hike pad parlay piggyback snowball spike supplement sweeten tag

WEAK

beef up build up charge up cue in figure in flesh out heat up hike up hitch on hook on hook up with jack up jazz up join together plug into pour it on run up say further slap on soup up speed up step up tack on

Antonyms

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halt

STRONG

decrease detach subtract

WEAK

deduct diminish lessen reduce remove withdraw

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“We were encouraged to go out and see the world in a way that wasn’t necessarily vacation-oriented,” adds Armstrong, whose mother is a retired world-cultures professor and took him on research trips to South America.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

“If harnessed correctly,” Sinestro adds, “fear can be the most powerful force in the universe.”

From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026

"Spain now adds another layer of uncertainty," he added.

From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026

“The primary suite is a private retreat featuring a fireplace, secluded deck, dual spa-inspired baths, individual walk-in closets, a Sitting Room, and dedicated massage and salon rooms,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

“We think the judges will be impressed,” adds Siraj.

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