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accrued
[ uh-krood ]
adjective
- added as a matter of periodic gain or advantage, as interest on money:
Each year, grants from the accrued interest on the trust fund are awarded to agencies and programs serving the Navajo Nation.
- happening or coming as or through a natural growth or addition; accumulated:
The handmade ornaments speak of generations of accrued skill and a high degree of workmanship.
- Law. noting a right or demand that has become present and enforceable:
Termination will not affect the accrued rights of either party under this Agreement.
verb
- the simple past tense and past participle of accrue ( def ).
Other 51Թ Forms
- ԴDz··ܱ adjective
- ܲ··ܱ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of accrued1
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Example Sentences
She added she was proud of her work in lobbying for more members for a body which has accrued more powers since 1999.
Rhodes is expected to remain with the department through June as she takes leave accrued during her tenure, the department sources said.
The authors of the Bureau report dryly note: “productivity gains accrued to businesses, however, did not result in increased compensation to workers.”
Since its premiere at the Venice Film Festival last year, “I’m Still Here” has accrued critical praise for Torres’ unassuming performance grounded in internalized grief.
As a result, the Dodgers have now accrued $1.039 billion of deferred salary over the last five years.
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