The term 'ADD TO THE POT' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: RAISE (5 letters), ANTE (4 letters), STIRIN (6 letters), and SWEETEN (7 letters). To 'RAISE' means to increase the amount of money in the pot, while 'ante' is a poker term for a forced bet that all players must make before the game begins. 'Stirin' is an old-fashioned term for adding something to a pot, usually referring to adding spices or herbs. Finally, 'SWEETEN' means to add something to make the pot more attractive, such as a bonus or incentive.