adding
Britishnoun
adjective
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of, for, or relating to addition
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(in systemic grammar) denoting a bound clause that qualifies the meaning of an antecedent noun rather than of the sentence as a whole Compare contingency
Example Sentences
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said earlier that Tehran maintains a deep, historical mistrust of the U.S. government, adding that “Iranians do not submit to force.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Welsh Labour said it was "committed" to ensuring that "talent trained in Wales stays in Wales", adding it will "recruit, train and retain the staff our NHS needs through a long-term workforce plan".
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Current drought conditions affect 51% of U.S. states and Puerto Rico, adding to farmer stress from high input costs.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
In addition to the high-visibility patrols and air support, the Los Angeles Police Department will be adding specialized units and detectives, the chief said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
It was meant to keep anyone from adding more coven members or becoming too powerful.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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