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also plusses
1
as in increases
something added (as by growth)
a recalculation of the year's income that resulted in a plus in the company's profits
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2
as in surpluses
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
the supply of cranberries is greatly in plus of the demand for them in the market
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Recent Examples of pluses
In addition, Thomas’ competitive energy and potential value as a return specialist are pluses for the Bears.
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Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
So, four new people would be a lot of pluses.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
That came with pluses and negatives, but mostly the former, according to Alexa.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
And his leaping ability and 6-foot-1 height are clear pluses for an outside, press corner, which is Lee's play style.
—American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
There are a few pluses and minuses that may influence the barbecuers’s final purchase choice.
—New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
They more or less balance out, by the way, the pluses and minuses.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
There are pluses and minuses to electric sharpeners.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026
The Bone Temple is part satisfying triumph, part missed opportunity, and its pluses and minuses bump against one another in jangly discord.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
So, four new people would be a lot of pluses.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
That came with pluses and negatives, but mostly the former, according to Alexa.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
And his leaping ability and 6-foot-1 height are clear pluses for an outside, press corner, which is Lee's play style.
—American Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
There are a few pluses and minuses that may influence the barbecuers’s final purchase choice.
—New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
They more or less balance out, by the way, the pluses and minuses.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
There are pluses and minuses to electric sharpeners.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026
The Bone Temple is part satisfying triumph, part missed opportunity, and its pluses and minuses bump against one another in jangly discord.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pluses
Noun
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Faced with increases in insurance premiums, many households wind up relocating, the Dallas Fed report found.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Councilwoman Jennifer Fisher, R-5th, said that while people don’t like tax increases, the public has been understanding about the town’s funding challenges.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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For the last quarter of the 20th century, presidents and Congresses of both parties annually debated how to reduce deficits and several times reached consequential multi-year deals, culminating during the second Clinton term in four straight years of surpluses.—
Jackie Calmes,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Huge surpluses of nutrients congregate in the dense urban corridors of the Northeast and the massive livestock hubs of the West.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Vikings will be banking on him and the rest of their new defensive line additions to maintain the performance that has anchored the defense since Flores arrived in 2023.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The architecture draws on classic English influences, with a slate roof and detailed millwork, paired with more modern additions like smart home systems and an elevator.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Without explicit mention of the Epstein survivors, Khanna said Charles’ message on the excesses of executive power was undermined.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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In this environment of yachts, red carpets and excesses, the cast will give life to a new group of guests whose vacation, if the season follows tradition, will be cut short by a crime.—
Diego Parrado,
Vanity Fair,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Democrats face an optimistic midterm outlook based on historical patterns showing the party out of power gains substantial House seats and Trump’s approval rating hovering around 40%, well below the 50% threshold that portends political trouble for a president’s party.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Despite Becerra’s gains, Republicans Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host, and Riverside Sheriff Chad Bianco remain the overall front-runners.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Inflation hit hard in recent years, while prompting employee groups, especially in urban areas, to fight for wage boosts to keep pace.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Tech giants announced major revenue boosts this month, but the outlays have pushed up AI costs.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Pluses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pluses. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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