Add up

verb

To total numbers or amounts.

The answer didn't add up, I must have made a mistake in the calculation.
Visual representation of "add up" - To total numbers or amounts.

Often appears as...

  • doesn't add up
  • numbers add up
verb

To make sense or be logical.

His story about the accident doesn't add up.
Visual representation of "add up" - To make sense or be logical.

Often appears as...

  • doesn't add up
  • add up to something
verb

To increase gradually until there is a large amount.

The bills started to add up when I lost my job.
Visual representation of "add up" - To increase gradually until there is a large amount.

Often appears as...

  • expenses add up
  • things add up
verb

To total numbers or amounts.

The answer didn't add up, I must have made a mistake in the calculation.
Visual representation of "add up" - To total numbers or amounts.

Often appears as...

  • doesn't add up
  • numbers add up
verb

To make sense or be logical.

His story about the accident doesn't add up.
Visual representation of "add up" - To make sense or be logical.

Often appears as...

  • doesn't add up
  • add up to something
verb

To increase gradually until there is a large amount.

The bills started to add up when I lost my job.
Visual representation of "add up" - To increase gradually until there is a large amount.

Often appears as...

  • expenses add up
  • things add up
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "add up"
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Misleading Numbers

Expressions like 'something doesn't add up' suggest inconsistency, implying that numbers may be deceptive.

Illustration for Misleading Numbers
With all these hidden fees, the total just doesn't add up.
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Expect an Outcome

When calculating, 'add up' anticipates a result that should logically follow from the numbers.

Illustration for Expect an Outcome
Do these expenses add up to the budget we planned?
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Misleading Numbers

Expressions like 'something doesn't add up' suggest inconsistency, implying that numbers may be deceptive.

Illustration for Misleading Numbers
With all these hidden fees, the total just doesn't add up.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Expect an Outcome

When calculating, 'add up' anticipates a result that should logically follow from the numbers.

Illustration for Expect an Outcome
Do these expenses add up to the budget we planned?
LampPro Tip 1/2

Misleading Numbers

Expressions like 'something doesn't add up' suggest inconsistency, implying that numbers may be deceptive.

Illustration for Misleading Numbers
With all these hidden fees, the total just doesn't add up.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Expect an Outcome

When calculating, 'add up' anticipates a result that should logically follow from the numbers.

Illustration for Expect an Outcome
Do these expenses add up to the budget we planned?
Visual representation of the word "Add up"

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