1
as in extrinsic
not being a vital part of or belonging to something
the defendant's socioeconomic status must be regarded as entirely external to his guilt or innocence
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2
as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
the external chambers of the ancient tomb gave little indication of the magnificence of the innermost chamber
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Recent Examples of external
The light also offers USB-C output for charging a phone and other external gadgets from the TD2's battery reserves.
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New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
Siddiqi emphasizes that creative decisions were driven by instinct and extensive discussion rather than external limitations.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Ferrari engineers likened it to the difference between an acoustic guitar, which amplifies its own sound, and an electric guitar, which relies on an external amp.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
Unlike the effort that still goes into TikTok (even with the use of other AI apps), Sora in seconds and with no external sourcing besides your own face creates personalized videos where you can be seen pulling off a lot more than dance moves.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
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New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
Siddiqi emphasizes that creative decisions were driven by instinct and extensive discussion rather than external limitations.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Ferrari engineers likened it to the difference between an acoustic guitar, which amplifies its own sound, and an electric guitar, which relies on an external amp.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
Unlike the effort that still goes into TikTok (even with the use of other AI apps), Sora in seconds and with no external sourcing besides your own face creates personalized videos where you can be seen pulling off a lot more than dance moves.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for external
Adjective
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Those new to options trading should understand basic terms (e.g., premiums, extrinsic and intrinsic value, moneyness) and know the Greeks (measurements of an option’s sensitivity to various factors).—
Michael Martin,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Is your motivation for doing well extrinsic or intrinsic?—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Each one features a supportive inner pillow, soft outer pillow, and a 100% cotton percale cover—plus, a down alternative filling made from polyester microfiber.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
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The outer soles provide ample traction, and the memory foam footbed is supportive for walking.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But that’s irrelevant now — because these Phillies drew the defending champs.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Factionalism, doctrine, ground rules, justifications are, in Anderson’s film, irrelevant, meaning that French 75’s actions take place in an intellectual void.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Tesla also removed ambient lighting, certain exterior light bars, power-folding mirrors, and other upgrades introduced in previous refreshes.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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It’s made with water- and rip-proof materials for extra durability and has three exterior pockets to organize your belongings.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of the country’s National Security Council, was among foreign dignitaries at the Pyongyang parade.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Even in an era when foreign footballers in England could be counted on one hand, Trautmann was an exceptional case.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Our commerce writer Julia Harrison writes that her Moccamaster One Cup is a delight, principally because of its simplicity as a drip coffee maker—free of extraneous frothers or digital interfaces or timers.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
8 Oct. 2025
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If someone is furloughed, the thinking goes, they could more easily be seen as extraneous, giving the Administration an easier path to arguing they aren’t needed at all.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Although individual plants have a lifespan of 30-90 years, adventitious shoots grow up from roots.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
5 July 2025
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The patchy and adventitious quality of Jameson’s reconstruction must make clear his difference as a thinker.—
Mark Greif,
Harper's Magazine,
26 July 2024
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On sale for $14, this hanging toiletry bag is big enough to hold all of your skincare, haircare, and makeup essentials while protecting your clothes from accidental spills.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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The three victims' deaths were ruled accidental, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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“External.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/external. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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