the remainder

noun

: the part that is left when the other people or things are gone, used, etc.

Most of the students left today and the remainder will leave tomorrow.

—often + of

The players will be suspended for the remainder of the season.

Examples of the remainder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Dolphins also suffered a more significant setback, with Hafley announcing that rookie defensive lineman Rene Konga will miss the remainder of the season because of an injury. — Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2026

The winner would serve the remainder of the senator's term, while the seat would remain vacant until election results are certified. — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

The Phillies will run outfield platoons in left and center for the remainder of the season. — Matt Gelb, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Webster said the city program will continue to support local businesses by helping for the remainder of the pilot. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for the remainder

• attainder