as in accumulation
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the accumulating of newspapers in the basement over the years is really getting out of hand
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as in increasing
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 collecting
to bring together in one body or place
finally accumulated enough donated books to hold a book sale
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as in amassing
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
clouds accumulating on the western horizon
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Recent Examples of accumulating
Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024
In turn, more people are having to rely on credit cards to cover their daily expenses, leading to a cycle of accumulating debt.
—Bill Hardekopf, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
The medical term for fluid accumulating in the body is edema.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2024
The Wall Street Journal was first to report of Mantle Ridge’s stake, and said the firm had been accumulating its position since March.
—Rohan Goswami, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
The Central American country not only declared bitcoin legal tender but also created regulations regarding digital assets in general, and have been accumulating bitcoin.
—Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
There are multiple paths to accumulating wealth, but none are shortcuts.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Over time, the accumulating effects of the war could erode public trust in Putin.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 18 Apr. 2022
Where would-be foes are tempted to advance, allies will feel anxious, with some choosing to defer to a powerful neighbor and others choosing to take matters into their own hands by accumulating or using military force.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2020
Verb
Hepatic encephalopathy is confusion and behavioral changes caused by toxins accumulating in the brain.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024
In turn, more people are having to rely on credit cards to cover their daily expenses, leading to a cycle of accumulating debt.
—Bill Hardekopf, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
The medical term for fluid accumulating in the body is edema.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2024
The Wall Street Journal was first to report of Mantle Ridge’s stake, and said the firm had been accumulating its position since March.
—Rohan Goswami, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
The Central American country not only declared bitcoin legal tender but also created regulations regarding digital assets in general, and have been accumulating bitcoin.
—Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
There are multiple paths to accumulating wealth, but none are shortcuts.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Over time, the accumulating effects of the war could erode public trust in Putin.
—Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 18 Apr. 2022
Where would-be foes are tempted to advance, allies will feel anxious, with some choosing to defer to a powerful neighbor and others choosing to take matters into their own hands by accumulating or using military force.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulating
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The researchers found that preventing F-actin accumulation, caused more autophagy in the brains of aged fruit flies.New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2024
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Latinos’ Economic Gains Through Homeownership Are Gains for All From an economic perspective, Latino wealth accumulation through homeownership is in the nation's best interest.Noreen Sugrue, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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County officials attributed increasing mosquito activity to warmer temperatures brought by climate change.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on expanding its product offerings and increasing its sales force to drive future revenue growth.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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On October 1st, GM reported a 60% year-over-year increase in EV sales during the third quarter of 2024, and the Equinox is leading the surge.Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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All other groups will see a tax increase, with the middle 20% paying an extra $1,500 in taxes and the lowest-income 20% seeing their tax bill rise by almost $800.Peter Green, Quartz, 9 Nov. 2024
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Total crime rates show a steady upward trend over the decade, rising sharply in 2023.Jovi Dai, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Bond yields have been rising in recent weeks following encouraging reports on inflation and the economy.Alex Veiga, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Groove Botanicals plans to focus on assembling a portfolio of early-stage EV Battery Technologies and is seeking grants and corporate partners to commercialize these technologies.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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All new writers, a new showrunner and of course, at some point assembling a cast, which did not manifest before all this.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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The technology is also transforming medical imaging and has been helpful in accelerating the drug discovery process.Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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However, this climate agenda risks accelerating domestic production declines, ceding ground to adversarial energy producers abroad.Dan Eberhart, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Not having enough iron can cause symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, difficulty concentrating, and palpitations.Lauryn Higgins, Health, 4 Oct. 2024
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Carbon mineralization is familiar, but many competing solutions require capturing and concentrating the CO2, then transporting and pumping it underground to mineralize.Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Authorities will also highlight companies that show signs of inactivity on the registry of the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority, and are considering expanding a digital platform that lets banks share information on customers who show potential financial crime concerns.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 4 Oct. 2024
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This month, repertory theaters in New York and Los Angeles have plenty of offerings to get those lungs expanding and heart beating.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
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