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Accumulate

usgb/əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/Volume
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Time Duration

Use 'accumulate' to show that something is increasing over a period of time, not instantly.

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Over the years, he accumulated a vast collection of stamps.
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Not Always Positive

'Accumulate' can refer to both desirable and undesirable increases, such as debts or problems.

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They accumulated a lot of debt after buying the house.
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Subtle Growth

The process of accumulating is often subtle and not easily noticed until it's significant.

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I didn't realize how much clutter I had accumulated over the years.
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