in addition

phrase

: besides entry 2, also
The job requires a college degree and, in addition, at least two years of experience.

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But in addition to signing Brzozowski, Herschlein said that NYAC is looking to add between six and 10 new winter athletes in the next year. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Russian strikes across Ukraine caused injuries and deaths overnight Monday and into Tuesday, with Zelenskyy saying that in addition to the four deaths in the apartment building in Kharkiv, 41 people were wounded in the city in one evening alone. — ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026 Barnes said Monday that in addition to multiple sclerosis, Blair had been diagnosed with parkinsonism, a group of movement symptoms marked by tremors and stiffness. — Mark Morales, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 For families With an abundance of outdoor and cultural activities available here—in addition to several on-site eateries, horse stables, and a golf course—families have plenty of options to keep the kids entertained. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in addition

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in addition was in 1936

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“In addition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20addition. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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