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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as in including
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Recent Examples of plus
Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
Of their top five starters — Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow and Roki Sasaki — only Yamamoto made 30-plus starts.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Kansas City Star, 28 Nov. 2025
The fan is, helpfully, totally blade-less, so there’s no danger of catching fingers in it (a plus for parents).
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2025
New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2025
The sculpture is priced at $91,000 plus tax and shipping from Hedley Studios’ headquarters in Bicester, England.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
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Noun
Given the topsy-turvy nature of the NHL standings this year outside of the top three teams in the Central Division, this might not matter a week or two from now, but there were seven other teams in the league with 52-plus points Wednesday morning.
—Adjective
After a first half dominated by the offenses, Reid played the third quarter as though he was locked in a battle for field position — twice punting from the plus side of the field.
—Preposition
Prices for the Outlander Electric start at US$12,999 plus destination.
2026 Can-Am Outlander Max 6x6
Adding to the Outlander series of ATVs is the Max 6x6 in 700, 850, and 1000R packages.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for plus
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
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Hopper saw a 40% increase in air travelers, adding its Disruption Assistance feature – which allows users to instantly rebook if their flight is delayed or canceled, or get a refund – overnight following the DOT’s announcement.—
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As providers warn of layoffs and a system nearing collapse, the contrast between the agency's austerity measures and the state's multi-billion dollar surplus remains a central point of contention for advocates and legislators alike.—
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But in the years since, Sacramento has failed to act to address the massive debt incurred during the pandemic, despite having a $100 billion surplus in recent years.—
Adjective
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And although lightweight, the shoe doesn’t compromise on support — it’s designed with a memory foam sole that absorbs impact and provides an extra layer of padding.—
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While there are plenty of bandages, wraps, and tapes, extra items such as an emergency thermal blanket, flashlights, sting relief, burn compression, and other items elevate this kit to support a variety of solutions.—
Preposition
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The record would go on to win three Grammys including Best Country Album and Album of the Year.—
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Skeptics including Lange, the Colorado School of Mines economist, aren’t totally dismissive of nuclear’s promise.—
Noun
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In addition to his political activism, Michael was involved with several charities, including serving as chair of the John Douglas French Alzheimer’s Foundation board.—
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In addition to this, beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow broke down the matchup and offered their predictions on the contest, as is customary.—
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The process could, in fact, help rectify that excess of grapes, causing supply to eventually even out with demand.—
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Unless the category could be brought under control, the excess threatened to self-propagate.—
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
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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.—
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
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Beck capitalized on that to get shorter gains and set up more manageable third-down situations.—
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“Plus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plus. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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