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uh di shuhn

  • n  a component that is added to something to improve it
    the addition of a bathroom was a major improvement
    the addition of cinnamon improved the flavor
  • n  the act of adding one thing to another
    the addition of flowers created a pleasing effect
    the addition of a leap day every four years
  • n  a quantity that is added
    there was an addition to property taxes this year
  • n  something added to what you already have
    he was a new addition to the staff
  • n  a suburban area laid out in streets and lots for a future residential area
  • n  the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers

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  • Arsene Wenger in The Press Association
    He added: "We identified him as a very strong centre-half, who has made big progress very quickly. He has shown he is mentally strong, he's a fighter and a very strong competitor. Koscielny is a great addition to our squad."
  • Katherine Heigl in BBC News
    In an effort to maintain the integrity of the academy organisation, I withdrew my name from contention,Heigl, 29, said in a statement. "In addition, I did not want to potentially take away an opportunity from an actress who was given such...
  • Mike Phelan in The Press Association
    Phelan added on ManUtd.com: "He is young, athletic and as keen as mustard. He will be a good addition. We all hope he hits the ground running and adds to what we think is a good blend of youth and experience in our squad. We just hope it all comes...

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