duplicative

as in repetitive
marked by repetition duplicative efforts in this area that are just a waste of time

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repetitive
Adjective
  • Balancing Automation And Personalization In Product Support To scale without losing the personal touch, companies must automate the foundational layers of support, ensuring that repetitive tasks and basic inquiries are handled seamlessly.
    Dan Teixeira, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • To address this, Amazon has invested in safety improvements including adjustable height workstations, and robotic systems that handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting, as well as measures to prevent heat stress.
    Joanna Gill, USA Today, 11 July 2025
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“Duplicative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duplicative. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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