How to Use add-in in a Sentence

add-in

adjective
  • From bears and mushrooms to acorns and leaves, this slime kit has so many sweet add-ins.
    — Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Oct. 2024
  • Just make sure your add-ins are about the size of your macaroni.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 20 July 2023
  • Each can comes packed with a fish base, plus add-ins like beans, peppers, tomato, and corn.
    — SELF, 24 Feb. 2023
  • But the add-ins are where Garten’s from-a-can cranberry sauce truly stands out.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Whether from a boxed mix or from scratch, brownies take well to a variety of add-ins.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The garnishes, or add-ins, can be as plain or fancy as one likes.
    — Emiene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Beyond that, sour cream is another one of my go-to add-ins.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
  • This comes in the box with the Ultimate model and, for now, is a free preorder add-in for the base model.
    — Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 13 Apr. 2023
  • It’s made from 100% cotton and makes a great add-in for an Easter basket or to gift the hostess of your Easter meal.
    — Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
  • This recipe is excellent as is, but add-ins are always an option.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 8 Aug. 2024
  • Stirring in some milk, creamer, sugar, or any other add-in should help take the bitter edge off.
    — Caroline Tien, SELF, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Feel free to make unique colors, add scents, or even use other add-ins to customize your playdough.
    — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 26 Sep. 2024
  • Flavor add-ins will make your vinaigrette even better, and so much fresher-tasting than store-bought.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Inspired by the recipe on the box of Chex cereals, this variation changes up the add-ins slightly and leans heavily on the Worcestershire sauce for punch.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 June 2023
  • That led to a discussion on potentially beneficial add-ins to that first cup of Joe.
    — Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2024
  • While hashbrown potatoes might be the titular ingredient, this recipe is all about the add-ins: creamy, tangy sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, and Cheddar cheese.
    — Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024
  • Coffee add-ins The healthiness of a particular coffee depends on the type and amount of milk or cream used and how that aligns with someone's health goals, Cording said.
    — Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Enjoy cream cheese in desserts that incorporate healthful add-ins, such as pumpkin cheesecake or mini fruit tarts.
    — Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 24 Mar. 2023
  • Flavor the egg salad with mustard, cayenne pepper, and other add-ins. 03 Tomato Carbonara Brighten up a heavy pasta dish with fresh-from-the-farmers'-market cherry tomatoes.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 21 June 2023
  • While totes are generally easy to smush down or lie flat as the last add-in to a packed suitcase, this Frances Valentine fisherman's tote saves even more space by collapsing down into a neat, thin disk.
    — Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 June 2023
  • Upgrade traditional chicken salad with crunchy add-ins like pecans, Granny Smith apples, celery, and red onion.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 June 2023
  • For those willing to stretch the limits, though, a solid base recipe has endless possibility for layers, add-ins, frostings, glazes, and toppings.
    — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 14 July 2024
  • So, here to inspire you are our favorite mimosa recipes and ideas, from strawberry mimosas to cranberry mimosas, to mimosa recipes with vodka or other add-ins.
    — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 27 Feb. 2023
  • All ingredients mixed quickly in this extra-large ice cream maker, and the add-ins were incorporated thoroughly.
    — Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 6 July 2023
  • Why Trust Us? Cold brew coffee is a great way to enjoy delicious and balanced coffee for cooling off on a hot summer day, as a quick morning coffee, a smoothie add-in or even as a swap for espresso in espresso martinis.
    — Eva Bleyer, Good Housekeeping, 8 Apr. 2023
  • The brand’s monthly cocktail kits amp up the average tipple with add-ins like infusion oils, aromatic bitters and even accompanying Spotify playlists.
    — Leigh-Ann Jackson, wsj.com, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Ramen and other noodle dishes are simple comforts Korean ramen is typically more simplified than traditional Japanese ramen: quick, pared down and made for improvising with your favorite add-ins.
    — Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2024
  • This add-in also theoretically adds another potential surface for cyber attacks, which is interesting given that Meet prides itself on its minimal attack surface.
    — PCMAG, 12 Dec. 2024

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'add-in.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: