as in increase
something added (as by growth)
had an accrual of $100 through interest on my savings account last year
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Recent Examples of accrual
However, lower wildfire loss accruals in 2024 flattered the year-over-year comparisons.
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Bill Stone, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Selling, general, and administrative expenses rose 5% to $121.5 million, primarily due to restructuring and related charges and the re-instatement of incentive compensation accruals.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 6 Feb. 2025
Finally, the board unanimously approved a motion to set stricter parameters on county employees’ accrual of comp time.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025
Its first two agents are Angela, which specializes in accruals and revenue recognition, and Dennis, which focuses on discrepancies and financial anomalies.
—Ryan Lawler, Axios, 28 Jan. 2025
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Bill Stone, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Selling, general, and administrative expenses rose 5% to $121.5 million, primarily due to restructuring and related charges and the re-instatement of incentive compensation accruals.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 6 Feb. 2025
Finally, the board unanimously approved a motion to set stricter parameters on county employees’ accrual of comp time.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025
Its first two agents are Angela, which specializes in accruals and revenue recognition, and Dennis, which focuses on discrepancies and financial anomalies.
—Ryan Lawler, Axios, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accrual
Noun
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At the three-month mark, my skin visibly looked more glowy, likely thanks to the increase of collagen production.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
3 May 2025
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That's still an increase of $2 million over recent years.—
Javier Zarracina,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
Noun
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In addition to economic gain, many women delay motherhood to take advantage of the relatively new opportunity to exert their voice in the workplace.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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The Doctor, who has clearly been keeping tabs on Earth, brings Conrad into the TARDIS to reprimand him for betraying Ruby and using people’s fears and insecurity for his own gain.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
Noun
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In addition to the loss of leadership, Stern said cutting NIH's ties to the Safe to Sleep campaign sends a disconcerting message to families who have experienced infant loss.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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In addition to the four cases in Faulkner County, the Health Department has reported two cases in Saline County.—
Amir Mahmoud,
Arkansas Online,
9 May 2025
Noun
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That’s where an editor—like any editor, in any writing situation—can help wedding speakers find their voice and where, needed, provide a boost of confidence.—
Jon Posen,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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Original price: $30 The Olaplex No. 5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner gives your locks a moisture boost.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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“Accrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accrual. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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