1
as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a recalculation of the year's income that resulted in a plus in the company's profits
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2
as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
the supply of cranberries is greatly in plus of the demand for them in the market
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as in extra
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Recent Examples of plus
Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
Another plus is Colorado’s designation as a hub for advancing and commercializing quantum technology.
—Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 17 Jan. 2025
Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 20 Feb. 2025
Of the team’s top six scorers — Point, Guentzel, Kucherov, Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Nick Paul — only Hagel does not have a negative plus/minus ratio in the previous 17 games entering Saturday.
—John Romano, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Earlier last month, armed gangs attacked Haiti’s National Penitentiary, releasing nearly 4,000 inmates, and the Croix-des-Bouquets Civil prison, releasing an additional 1,000 plus inmates.
—Ashley Carnahan, Fox News, 6 Apr. 2024
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Noun
And the action is either tied to something important or leads to something important for the characters, which is a plus.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
Another plus is Colorado’s designation as a hub for advancing and commercializing quantum technology.
—Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
The plus side doesn’t stop at the internal components: A sturdy metal chassis that's trim despite the large screen and an excellent keyboard add to the premium feel of this gaming laptop.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 20 Feb. 2025
Of the team’s top six scorers — Point, Guentzel, Kucherov, Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Nick Paul — only Hagel does not have a negative plus/minus ratio in the previous 17 games entering Saturday.
—John Romano, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
Preposition
Much of the decor in its new home highlights the brand’s century plus existence, including a few pop culture highlights.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Earlier last month, armed gangs attacked Haiti’s National Penitentiary, releasing nearly 4,000 inmates, and the Croix-des-Bouquets Civil prison, releasing an additional 1,000 plus inmates.
—Ashley Carnahan, Fox News, 6 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
Noun
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Dallas announced there will be an 8.61 percent average overall price increase.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The average price per ticket is now $280, which is a 4% increase from the same time last year, according to Hopper.—
Ayesha Ali,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The probe revealed that the village's general fund had diminished from a $5.6 million surplus in 2022 to a $3.6 million deficit in 2024, raising concerns about questionable credit card purchases and a lack of financial accountability.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
Fox News,
3 Mar. 2025
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For example, imports and exports create a trade deficit or surplus, which affects the amount of U.S. debt and property owned by foreign entities, which in turn affects the federal government’s financial strength.—
Mike Patton,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Cubs also believe the 6-foot-4 defender can be a backup shortstop and an extra outfielder.—
Patrick Mooney,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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Then, keep scrolling to shop more of our favorite skincare products to make your skin look extra glowy.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Getting Tunsil up front is a solid move in addition to acquiring Samuel.—
Saad Yousuf,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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His constituents, in addition to complaining about the high-speed chases, had reported being racially profiled.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Cook salmon: Remove salmon from marinade, discarding excess.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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For the past three seasons, the series has revealed the quirks, impulses, excesses, dysfunctions, nuances and eccentricities of the wealthy against the backdrop of a luxury resort chain and its not-so faceless employees.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
Noun
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The airline recorded a significant 24% increase in available seat miles, accompanied by modest gains in passenger yield (up 0.5%) and an impressive 150 basis point improvement in occupancy rate relative to 2022.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The story has been updated to reflect the correct gain and the decline since that peak through Thursday’s close.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
Preposition
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Overview Few cars are capable of serving the gods of both comfort and sportiness as well as the 2023 BMW 3-series sedan.—
Eric Stafford,
Car and Driver,
22 Mar. 2023
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This duo increases cell turnover and gives retinol-like results, like improving texture, redness, firmness, as well as the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, without the negative side effects.—
Katie Intner,
Harper's BAZAAR,
21 Mar. 2023
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“Plus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plus. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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