as in extra
being over what is needed
cleared off all the superfluous stuff on his desk to make room for the new computer
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Recent Examples of superfluous
The Zangezur Corridor would render all that superfluous - thereby delivering a blow to Georgia’s economy.
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Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025
But this does not obviate the very real problems that will be caused in America if AI services are permitted to absorb without recompense — and thereby to render obsolete or superfluous — the work of millions of people on the existing internet.
—The Editors, National Review, 25 July 2025
The silicon hairspring and escapement render the jewels of the usual escapement wheel superfluous.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 21 July 2025
Different shades of ambient lighting add a superfluous but fun luxury characteristic.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 13 July 2025
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Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025
But this does not obviate the very real problems that will be caused in America if AI services are permitted to absorb without recompense — and thereby to render obsolete or superfluous — the work of millions of people on the existing internet.
—The Editors, National Review, 25 July 2025
The silicon hairspring and escapement render the jewels of the usual escapement wheel superfluous.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 21 July 2025
Different shades of ambient lighting add a superfluous but fun luxury characteristic.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
Adjective
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Try one of Nour Hammour’s shearling options—the Carolyn is a classic silhouette for the brand—or opt a reversible option from Diane Von Furstenberg or Lafayette 148 for extra warmth and versatility.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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Similar to an in-office treatment, step one is a trio of extra-strength exfoliating acids (lactic, glycolic, and mandelic), and step two is a clay mask to simultaneously neutralize the acids and deep clean the skin.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Crucially, the McG cycle links with the Calvin cycle, allowing the two systems to balance out excess molecules.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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This creamy formula blends kaolin and bentonite with bamboo charcoal powder to attract and remove pore-clogging impurities, excess oil, and buildup.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Scientists at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) have developed Korea’s first homegrown Liquid Air Energy Storage system, which uses surplus electricity to chill air into liquid, store it, and later release it to generate power.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hopes the dam will transform the country's economy and plans to export the surplus power elsewhere in the region, like to Kenya.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Beckenbauer’s role, starting as West Germany’s spare defender and then dribbling forward into attack to create chances for teammates, was the key feature of this side.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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In addition to the main section of the house, there is also space to put a small office or spare bedroom as well as a bathroom.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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In a filing on Friday, Lively’s team opposed extending the deposition deadline to accommodate a deposition of Swift, questioning the relevance of her testimony and accusing Baldoni’s lawyers of causing unnecessary delay.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Source The Canadian Rockies source delivers crisp, natural spring water untouched by unnecessary treatment, while the bottle design introduces a modern convenience that elevates the experience far beyond hydration.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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