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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of complaints about that mail order firm is really accumulating
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as in collected
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassed
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulated
The collection, which was originally accumulated between 1893 and 1910 by hotel proprietor, Ludvig Emil Andersen, features 42 figureheads and carved ornaments all hand-carved from solid mahogany.
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Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Throughout their time on the show, the group accumulated a fervent international following on social media, especially Tumblr.
—Kyndall Cunningham, Vox, 17 Oct. 2024
In the middle of the nineteenth century, filth of every kind accumulated on the streets of New York.
—Michael Luo, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
The scientists, whose efforts were filmed over a year of a decade-long collaborative effort, accumulated more than 7,000 audio recordings of pigs, some of which were destined for the slaughterhouse and others from free, organic and mass production farms.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
Thankfully, now that years have passed, Starship Troopers have accumulated generations of fans who do understand the satire and love Verhoeven’s evisceration of military culture.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
The candidate vying for a second White House stint — in the midst of his third overall campaign — has accumulated a long list of acts who do not want to be associated with his divisive, frequently mendacious rhetoric.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2024
The team that has accumulated the most points wins the title.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Since then, Invisible Histories has accumulated an archive of nearly 200 collections, 150 of which are available for viewing.
—Elyssa Goodman, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Throughout their time on the show, the group accumulated a fervent international following on social media, especially Tumblr.
—Kyndall Cunningham, Vox, 17 Oct. 2024
In the middle of the nineteenth century, filth of every kind accumulated on the streets of New York.
—Michael Luo, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
The scientists, whose efforts were filmed over a year of a decade-long collaborative effort, accumulated more than 7,000 audio recordings of pigs, some of which were destined for the slaughterhouse and others from free, organic and mass production farms.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
Thankfully, now that years have passed, Starship Troopers have accumulated generations of fans who do understand the satire and love Verhoeven’s evisceration of military culture.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
The candidate vying for a second White House stint — in the midst of his third overall campaign — has accumulated a long list of acts who do not want to be associated with his divisive, frequently mendacious rhetoric.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2024
The team that has accumulated the most points wins the title.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Since then, Invisible Histories has accumulated an archive of nearly 200 collections, 150 of which are available for viewing.
—Elyssa Goodman, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulated
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Lieberman said weekend ridership increased the most, providing half-hourly weekend train services instead of hourly.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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The Orange Democrat’s vote percentage has gradually increased as more ballots have been counted in recent days, eroding Steel’s initial lead of approximately 11,000 votes.Hanna Kang, Orange County Register, 16 Nov. 2024
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The company is pursuing accelerated approval for this candidate but reported delays due to manufacturing issues with the CELLECTRA 5PSP device.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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And, after the murder of George Floyd and the resulting prominence of the Black Lives Matter movement, institutions and individuals alike had accelerated the shift in their appetites.Tad Friend, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
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Cost of ancillary products and assembled components increased to $342,865 from $187,841, reflecting the component costs associated with the rise in perpetual license sales of progressive gaming systems.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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In London, the crowd assembled near a statue of Peter Pan, where handmade signs, balloons, and flowers were placed to honor Payne.Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2024
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Bared has amassed a cult-like following in its native country, delivering customer service beyond expectations.Yola Robert, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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In the interim, Horowitz tried to sell the archive amassed by Sanders, a member of the influential band the Fugs and a chronicler of the Manson family.Tad Friend, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
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Oil prices rose as investors awaited Israel’s response to Iran’s Tuesday missile attack.Ian Mount, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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Nonfarm payrolls rose by 254,000 in September, the most in six months.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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Let’s Go Washington reported how much money was paid to APM, but did not specify how APM may or may not have spent some of the money on subcontractors who could have gathered signatures.Carleen Johnson | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Oct. 2024
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The annual event gathered almost 3,000 accounting and financial sector professionals from throughout North America to share ideas, learn best practices, and familiarize themselves with new products.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Stabbed & Shot 2 is set to cap off what has been an eventful year for both artists, as each have garnered critical acclaim while continuing to expand their respective fanbases.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent shift Since becoming the Democratic nominee, Harris has garnered a wellspring of support from Black faith leaders, including influential Black preachers who either remain in or came up in the Pentecostal or charismatic congregations.Dara Delgado, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Having recently expanded into publishing, the Black List will be dropping further diversity lists over the next several months.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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Season 2, expanded to 16 episodes that were split across Parts 2 and 3, wrapped up in August 2024.Jordan Moreau, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Accumulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulated. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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