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
Some additions and changes are superfluous, but the update generally succeeds at improving functionality without introducing jarring changes that isolate users or force them to relearn how to use their phone.
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ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
Four may seem superfluous, but two of them (I Jackson and Wiseman) are recovering from Achilles tears.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Having people talk as well would be superfluous.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 30 Aug. 2025
There are no superfluous back flips or one-piece glittery bodysuits or flashy theatrics.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
Four may seem superfluous, but two of them (I Jackson and Wiseman) are recovering from Achilles tears.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Having people talk as well would be superfluous.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 30 Aug. 2025
There are no superfluous back flips or one-piece glittery bodysuits or flashy theatrics.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for superfluous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
Adjective
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Use extra caution and consider delaying unnecessary travel until winds subside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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These cropped mid-rise jeans boast premium stretch and still retain their shape fabulously over time, and are specifically designed to flatter an hourglass shape thanks to the contoured waistband, plus extra room at the hips and thighs.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The new medication, however, targets only the liver, the organ responsible for synthesizing triglycerides and producing cholesterol while also removing excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Hydrocephalus occurs when a baby is born with excess fluid in the brain.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Beyond these properties, William and Kate also oversee the Duchy of Cornwall, a 135,000-acre estate in southwest England that generated a surplus income of $30 million between 2023 and 2024.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Portal pointed value hunters to GTM Discount General Store, a surplus seller whose weekly sale recently featured 50% off Eddie Bauer sweatshirts, 40% off flood lightbulbs and 40% off spring wreaths.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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In this poetry collection, Vilariño strips poetry to its essence—distilling love, loss, and the inexorable passage of time into spare yet searing verses.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Pine Ridge, South Dakota — A four-pack of rez dogs trotted toward the lone grocery store, greeting and tailing human companions in hopes of a spare scrap.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Every day of delay creates unnecessary disruption.—
Laura Layden,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The same goes for electronics, such as faulty alarm clocks in guest rooms, and other items, such as broken or unnecessary remote controllers for the television.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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