as in increase
something added (as by growth)
had an accrual of $100 through interest on my savings account last year
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Recent Examples of accrual
Setting Up and Using Zoho Books After creating an account in Zoho Books, new users can personalize the site by completing the Organization Profile, which asks for contact information and other details, like base currency, report basis (cash or accrual), and fiscal year.
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PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024
While avoiding vacation accruals and payouts is certainly one factor, there are several other reasons why companies implement such policies.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 24 Sep. 2024
There are more than 200 unanswered texts in her phone, an unusual accrual for someone who is typically more prompt.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024
Financial leadership also requires staying attuned to technology applications that link together financial information, such as systems for real-time reporting of budgets and accruals.
—Annette Klososky, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024
While avoiding vacation accruals and payouts is certainly one factor, there are several other reasons why companies implement such policies.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 24 Sep. 2024
There are more than 200 unanswered texts in her phone, an unusual accrual for someone who is typically more prompt.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024
Financial leadership also requires staying attuned to technology applications that link together financial information, such as systems for real-time reporting of budgets and accruals.
—Annette Klososky, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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Tech worker movements growing In August, Apple ratified a labor contract at America's first unionized Apple Store—agreeing to a modest increase in wages, about 10 percent over three years.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 28 Dec. 2024
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While bond yields are well above the pandemic lows, valuations have yet to feel any meaningful squeeze from this increase.Bill Stone, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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Its shares jumped as much as 7.7% in morning trade before paring the gains to sit 4.7% higher at 1,508 yen.AFP, Fortune Asia, 18 Dec. 2024
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When asked about forecasts of future bitcoin gains that could ease the nation’s debt, Kumar says the long-term outlook for bitcoin remains uncertain.Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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The appointee will be essential in carrying out Trump’s aggressive immigration plans, in addition to the agency’s duties surrounding cybersecurity, antiterrorism and emergency response.Sara Dorn, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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In addition to mentorship, the partnership with Tribeca Film Festival provides filmmakers with an unparalleled opportunity to showcase their talent on a prestigious stage.Okla Jones, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
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Friday’s announcement that the CHP will remain in Oakland for an additional month amounts to an extra boost to Newsom’s previous CHP deployment, which began in the city in February.Anabel Sosa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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All three of the distinct Southern Indiana sites are being preserved due to their unique natural features, and that work is getting a boost from an unlikely duo: developers working on alternative energy projects — and endangered bats.Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Accrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accrual. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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