in addition
Idioms-
Also, as well as. For example, They study their instruments and, in addition, theory and music history .
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in addition to . Over and above, besides, as in In addition to a new muffler, the truck needs new brakes . [c. 1900]
Example Sentences
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Initiatives include massive investments in soccer, tennis and esports in addition to golf.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Anita told BBC Scotland News she was "still buzzing" from the encounter, while it also gave her a financial boost as Amos purchased items for her touring crew and family members in addition to herself.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Medical-alert and emergency-call monitoring systems involve the cost of equipment, installation and activation in addition to monthly fees.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
Participants in the trial received an injection of the experimental drug zilebesiran in addition to their existing blood pressure treatments.
From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026
This illuminated the entire room, and now Mother saw that, in addition to the makeshift bed and books, there was a drawer on the floor holding several items of neatly folded clothing.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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