accumulated

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Compared with earlier generations, more recent groups of middle-aged Americans have accumulated less wealth and face greater financial insecurity.

From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026

This meant vintage Levi’s, worn tees, thrift-store knits, “pieces that feel inherited or accumulated over time.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Their research finds that about $1.5 trillion of newly accumulated wealth is moving to new types of wealth firms, including multifamily offices and wealth “tech” firms, that can offer more tailored experiences.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The rubbish appeared to have accumulated over time from being dumped from a lay-by at the top of Bwlch Mountain, meaning it lay on steep terrain that was difficult to access.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

His wife now handed him the stack of books she had accumulated on autism and related disorders.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis