add up to

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1. Amount to, signify, as in The smooth airline connections, luxury hotel, and fine weather added up to the best vacation we'd ever had. [Early 1900s] Also see add up.

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add up to

Based on a gross income of $130,000, contributing 15% toward retirement would add up to $19,500 per year for a couple.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026

The Rams’ decision to leave late for Australia coupled with Sean McVay making a bad play call at a critical moment all add up to a humiliating loss.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026

Let’s do some fun math instead—like how these recommendations from my colleagues might add up to an enjoyable evening for you:

From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026

Andy Burnham's first week pledges - how much do they add up to?

From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026

My little bit wasn’t much, but if everybody all over the country helped a little bit, it would add up to something.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson