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
There are more than 200 unanswered texts in her phone, an unusual accrual for someone who is typically more prompt.
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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
The accrual of wealth usually takes time and a strategic approach to investing.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2024
The company’s earnings report notes that additional $94 million in accruals related to the Astroworld litigation, expected to represent remaining settlements, was recognized in Q2 for a total of $280 million this year.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 30 July 2024
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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
The accrual of wealth usually takes time and a strategic approach to investing.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2024
The company’s earnings report notes that additional $94 million in accruals related to the Astroworld litigation, expected to represent remaining settlements, was recognized in Q2 for a total of $280 million this year.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 30 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accrual
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Economists predict this investment will produce a 21% net increase in the U.S. GDP by 2030.Vidya Plainfield, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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One of the world’s biggest pop stars has played a pivotal role in the increase in female Chiefs fans over the last year.Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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In 2023, a group of Dogecoin investors filed a lawsuit accusing Musk of manipulating the coin’s price for personal gain.Marie Poteriaieva, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Harris did make some gains among seniors, saw marginal losses with Black voters and held her own with white voters, but those massive drops with Latinos and young voters were damaging.Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
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In addition to the existing industry stalwarts, Larry W. Lawson and Leo B. Womack, notable technical and clinical experts Brad Ummer and Jacinta (Jess) Fitzsimons bring extensive experience and insight.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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In addition to this, there’s also a hidden trailer with a small scene with Keanu Reeves’ character talking to a woman, seemingly in his head.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Accelerators: Like a shot of espresso for your sales team, accelerators kick in when reps hit specific targets, giving them that extra boost to close deals faster.Anjai Lal, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Since his election win, Trump has also helped give the wider crypto market a boost.Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Accrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accrual. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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