as in cumulative
produced by a series of additions of identical or similar things
certain drugs have additive effects when taken in conjunction with each other that one doesn't see when any one is used alone
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Recent Examples of additive
Luke Smith, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
It is also added to food products as an additive (E551) and comes in supplement form.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
The additive, which is for sale in 68 countries around the world, has been approved for use by U.K. regulators, with several major supermarkets set to stock milk produced by cattle eating feed with the additive.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
In the months leading up to the race, both highlighted a desire to focus more on community and the additive nature of F1 for those living and working in Las Vegas and Clark County.
—Luke Smith, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
It is also added to food products as an additive (E551) and comes in supplement form.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
Noun
Do not add glycerin or other additives to the water to help prevent freezing.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
The additive, which is for sale in 68 countries around the world, has been approved for use by U.K. regulators, with several major supermarkets set to stock milk produced by cattle eating feed with the additive.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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According to recent data, the cumulative percentage of out-of-wedlock births in America is roughly 40%.Newsweek, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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McClain attorney Patrick Cotter said the exhibit was cumulative in addition to being hearsay.Jim Talamonti | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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None of its mainline flights — which excludes those operated by its subsidiaries — were canceled on Sunday, Dec. 22, one of the busier days of the season, according to American.Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Back in October, the company had run out of money, failed to raise a $54-million injection from the German government to continue operations, and filed for insolvency for its two primary subsidiaries.Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 24 Dec. 2024
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And so to be able to be that good accompaniment, that's something that really gives me a lot of hope.Jason DeRose, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
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Gussie's provides a great accompaniment, serving a comforting array of dishes like breakfast sandwiches and burritos, smash burgers and a variety of salads.Zachery Eanes, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
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Cyrus’ gravelly voice is an anchor as well as a complement to Beyoncé’s honeyed vocals, leaving us swollen with admiration for these two outlaws. 5.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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The Armani/Spa spans over 12,000 square feet of tranquility, where thermal facilities complement treatments designed to counter urban stress.Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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Treatment options depend on the underlying cause and may include lifestyle and diet changes and supplements.Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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For severe iron deficiency, your doctor may prescribe iron supplements or intravenous iron therapy.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Additive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additive. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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