as in to add
to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase
plans to annex the supply room so as to make the classroom bigger
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Recent Examples of annex
Mark Dent, HubSpot, 11 Apr. 2025
The official order includes an annex that lists the 15 related semiconductor imports that are exempt.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 3 July 2025
Mira Bella is a mixed-use community that proposes up to 434 high end homes on land the developer wants to annex into Mt. Juliet.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Noun
The group made plans to convert the church’s annex into 15 affordable elderly housing units and restore the church building so it could be rented out by religious groups or for weddings.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 11 Apr. 2025
The official order includes an annex that lists the 15 related semiconductor imports that are exempt.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Verb
Canada’s been flirting with greater independence ever since Trump suggested annexing it as the 51st state, slapped tariffs on its exports, then changed his mind – only to circle back around with another tariff threat.
—Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 3 July 2025
Mira Bella is a mixed-use community that proposes up to 434 high end homes on land the developer wants to annex into Mt. Juliet.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for annex
Noun
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The beverage program will offer an extensive selection of Old World wines with an emphasis on Italian Barolo vintages in addition to an exciting cocktail menu.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In addition, Hynes is due to perform as part of Pitchfork Music Festival Paris on Monday, November 3.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Accessories are the easiest way into the look—extra-large market totes and slim Keds-like slippers add instant impact.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
9 July 2025
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Along with the warm hospitality, Único is upping the experience quotient of the hotel, even adding a kids’ spa and pickleball courts for its American target market.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Annex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annex. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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