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as in collection
a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time
a vast accumulation of evidence about the dangers of smoking
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as in accumulating
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the accumulation of leaves on the ground is proceeding at a much faster rate than my raking
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Recent Examples of accumulation
There’s a chance for freezing rain in the Metroplex as the front arrives later Tuesday, however, ice accumulations and traffic impacts are expected to be minimal, according to the NWS.
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Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Feb. 2025
These changes are a result of fossil fuel burning and carbon dioxide accumulation in the atmosphere.
—Ainsley Bock, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
Use this interactive map to track snowfall accumulation Wednesday This winter storm brought fluffy snow in some places, but wet snow in others.
—Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Along the East Coast, in the stretch from North Carolina to Delaware, snow accumulation could surpass six inches on Wednesday.
—Ayana Archie, NPR, 18 Feb. 2025
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Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Feb. 2025
These changes are a result of fossil fuel burning and carbon dioxide accumulation in the atmosphere.
—Ainsley Bock, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
Use this interactive map to track snowfall accumulation Wednesday This winter storm brought fluffy snow in some places, but wet snow in others.
—Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Along the East Coast, in the stretch from North Carolina to Delaware, snow accumulation could surpass six inches on Wednesday.
—Ayana Archie, NPR, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulation
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The property also has an impressive art collection, which includes large-scale site-specific works by English artist David Tremlett.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2025
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Keep scrolling to discover more rugs from the celebrity collection, including machine washable and indoor/outdoor area rugs, up to 77 percent off.—
Kelsey Fredricks,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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The Stanford team used its lab furnace to heat a mixture of calcium oxide – derived from commonly available limestone that's used to make cement – with another mineral containing magnesium and silicate ions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2025
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Day-old sourdough soaks up a seasoned egg mixture, baking into a delightfully craggy casserole covered in gooey cheddar.—
Urmila Ramakrishnan,
Bon Appétit,
1 Mar. 2025
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Their expertise drives significant profit growth and revenue increase as well as U.S. expansion.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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If European election results last year - which saw an 18% increase in 16–34-year-olds voting for the AfD - are a barometer, the rise nationally among the same group could form a significant part of the AfD’s likely climb into second place.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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As a result of the selling spree, Berkshire’s gigantic cash pile grew to another record, $334.2 billion, up from $325.2 billion at the end of the third quarter.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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And scripts that hadn’t even been dreamt of have risen to the top of the production pile, with Rock and Clayface being prime examples.—
Borys Kit,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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Our day on the water is capped by a VIP workshop tour of Bellini Nautica, the foremost Riva-restoration experts, as well as the company’s vintage Riva collection—the world’s most complete assemblage of the classic boats, featuring 20 models dating from the 1920s to the 1970s.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2025
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The dress, a symphony of pastel yellows and blues, featured an assemblage of French impressionist Degas’ infamous ballerinas.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them,
2 Feb. 2025
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Minimize noise and clutter Dr. Small says environmental triggers like loud sounds and jumbles of papers and clothing can increase sundowning symptoms.—
Cathy Habas,
SELF,
17 Jan. 2025
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Owners’ names now read like jumbles of computer code, retirement homes or rock bands: Silver Sage, Dream Homes, Blue Apple, P Fin VII, Wref II, 3xs2, Vivid, Straight Red Lines, TKJK, Jags Proper.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2024
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Conservationists have long advocated for its protection because its shores have faced accretion and erosion over the last few decades.—
Meira Gebel,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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If this accretion of celebrations of her Adria-ness seemed, individually, like nattering reminders of her time running short, the sheer mass of want for her presence pleased her.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Built on the energy of its past gatherings, this event brings together ambitious young entrepreneurs from around the world who are making an inspirational impact on today’s business landscape.—
John Hall,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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With a dazzling video presentation of a stadium featuring a translucent roof and a glass wall with a view of downtown, team President and CEO Kevin Warren presented his vision for a $3.2 billion focal point for great city gatherings, not just football.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Accumulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulation. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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