to add- to increase.
to add up - to draw a (total) sum of something.
-When you add 2 +2 you get 4.-
-2+4+1+7 = 4 does not add up correctly.-
-His story doesn't add up about how the suitcase was lost at the hotel.-
May 25, 2024 2:20 AM
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If you use "add up" it can imply you're adding up to a specific number.
Using add doesn't create any confusion on what you're doing so I would say use add in most situations unless you're describing something(a number) you're adding up to.
May 25, 2024 12:59 AM
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