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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"To put our findings in perspective, a 10 percent increase in UPFs is roughly equivalent to adding a standard packet of chips to your daily diet," Dr. Cardoso said.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
The company stresses that its AI features use on-device processing and private cloud computing, adding that users’ AI data is not stored or accessible to either Apple or third parties.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Farage told reporters on Tuesday that Reform UK contacted X on Monday "to the highest level" - adding he hoped it would take action to remove the ads "incredibly quickly".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
So before adding a child as an authorized user, make sure you’re using the account responsibly yourself.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
She paused for a moment before adding, “Besides, I think she’s scared of you.”
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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