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
Alex Lehnert, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
The researchers examined lithium trapped inside cracks and found no evidence that lithium was accumulating ahead of the dendrite tip.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
The National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and later Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) began accumulating affiliates and increasing distribution avenues for their programming.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
School Board member Jeff Holness said inaction is not an option in dealing with the accumulating problem of under-enrollment.
—Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Between full washes, a quick pass with a dry microfiber cloth or vacuum brush attachment can keep screens from accumulating heavy buildup.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Coins can also be more convenient to store and transport, while bars are often preferred by investors focused on accumulating larger amounts of gold at a lower cost per ounce.
—Jessica Walrack, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The results of the draft lottery will matter enormously, of course, as does finding creative ways to shed some of the club’s exorbitant commitments to depreciating veteran assets while accumulating meaningful futures.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
While snow totals remain uncertain, this storm is forecast to bring colder air and has a better chance of bringing more widespread and meaningful accumulating snow, particularly in the mountains and higher elevations.
—Alex Lehnert, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
Two Chakram engine prototypes completed eight successful hot-fire tests, accumulating more than 470 seconds of total run time without any discernible damage to the engine hardware, the company said.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
The researchers examined lithium trapped inside cracks and found no evidence that lithium was accumulating ahead of the dendrite tip.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
The National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and later Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) began accumulating affiliates and increasing distribution avenues for their programming.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
School Board member Jeff Holness said inaction is not an option in dealing with the accumulating problem of under-enrollment.
—Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Between full washes, a quick pass with a dry microfiber cloth or vacuum brush attachment can keep screens from accumulating heavy buildup.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Coins can also be more convenient to store and transport, while bars are often preferred by investors focused on accumulating larger amounts of gold at a lower cost per ounce.
—Jessica Walrack, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The results of the draft lottery will matter enormously, of course, as does finding creative ways to shed some of the club’s exorbitant commitments to depreciating veteran assets while accumulating meaningful futures.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accumulating
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Grease accumulation was observed on the ventilation hood filters.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Midfielder Telasco Segovia also will sit out due to yellow card accumulation.—
Michelle Kaufman
April 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These organizations, striving to fill the information gap created by the state government’s increasing drift toward secrecy — can’t rely on taxpayers to pay their bills.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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These changes were to be achieved by increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables, decreasing the consumption of meat and eggs, and substituting nonfat milk for whole milk.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Philadelphia Eagles drafted ninth, 10th, 13th, 21st, 22nd and 30th, collecting stalwarts such as nose tackle Jalen Carter, receiver DaVonta Smith and cornerback Quinyon Mitchell and defensive starters Jordan Davis and Nolan Smith.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Bringing the exhibition — and collecting habits — into the present are works by artists who are defining current trends in photography.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
27 Apr. 2026
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Leung has been a fixture of Chinese-language cinema for more than four decades, amassing upward of 100 screen credits and working with some of the most distinguished directors in world cinema, among them Wong Kar-wai, Zhang Yimou, Ang Lee, John Woo, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Tran Anh Hung and Ildikó Enyedi.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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Fred Tibbetts coached high school girls’ basketball for almost three decades, amassing more than 500 wins, including a 111-game winning streak and seven undefeated championship seasons.—
Annie Costabile,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Rain chances increase this afternoon with a focus from midafternoon through a bit beyond sunset expected.—
Ian Livingston,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Pentagon's budget request this year also asked for more than $70 billion to procure missiles and related equipment, a nearly threefold increase compared to last year.—
James LaPorta,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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That’s why David Gallo’s setting, a vista of a fragile boarding house nearly consumed by the rising, sun-blotting, industrial landscape of Pittsburgh, works so effectively here.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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After a faulty cooling system was left to disrepair, rising temperatures resulted in an explosion with the equivalent force of 70-100 tons of TNT.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Double-A manager Chad Epperson will take over as interim third base coach and WooSox hitting coach Collin Hetzler has been elevated to the big league staff, but beyond that Breslow said more additions will be made and that Tracy will have a voice in assembling his new staff.—
Mac Cerullo,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Closing these gaps often requires assembling small and fragmented parcels over time.—
Susan Carr,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Restore Our Roads is now gathering signatures for Initiative 175, which would cement the road-spending requirement into the state’s constitution.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
27 Apr. 2026
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The denim style—defined by its super wide leg and high waist—has been sitting forgotten in the back of the closet, gathering dust the past few seasons.—
Ángela Belda,
Glamour,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Accumulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accumulating. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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