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
Keep important files on external storage: Avoid saving sensitive files directly on the old PC.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
The gods also shield the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha, from external threats.
—ArsTechnica, 17 May 2025
The primary reason for the cancellation, organizers said in an announcement on the fair’s website, is a recent decision by the county to no longer host any external event on the Maplewood fairgrounds over concerns relating to accessibility and unsafe buildings.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
This asymmetry suggests the disk may be receiving an external injection of material, potentially funneled in by a nearby filament-like stream of gas and dust, according to the new study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 May 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
The gods also shield the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha, from external threats.
—ArsTechnica, 17 May 2025
The primary reason for the cancellation, organizers said in an announcement on the fair’s website, is a recent decision by the county to no longer host any external event on the Maplewood fairgrounds over concerns relating to accessibility and unsafe buildings.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
This asymmetry suggests the disk may be receiving an external injection of material, potentially funneled in by a nearby filament-like stream of gas and dust, according to the new study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for external
Adjective
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Our motivations—both intrinsic and extrinsic—propel us to acquire new skills, build meaningful relationships and progressively assert our autonomy by taking control of our actions.—
Davide Sartini,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The appeal supports the notion that an extrinsic test wouldn’t be the only way to assess the similarity between the songs.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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This reportedly means that as long as the Echo Pro's ABS outer shell remains intact, the helmet does not have to replaced after each impact.—
Ben Coxworth
May 16,
New Atlas,
16 May 2025
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This ring has a titanium alloy outer shell, and weighs just 2-3g depending on the size chosen.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Brock Purdy certainly isn't going to be paid like someone who's irrelevant anymore.—
Cesar Brioso,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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But the details of how Peter ran his kingdom are irrelevant, if colorful.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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These gadgets use magnets to adhere to both sides of a window, allowing double-sided cleaning and offering a solution for exterior window cleaning that doesn’t require ladders, ropes, pulleys or scaffolding.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 May 2025
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Its exterior sports wood and metal, and its front porch looks large enough to accommodate some outdoor seating.—
Adam Williams
May 17,
New Atlas,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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His foreign ministry spelled out that talks about the root causes of the conflict must precede discussions of a ceasefire.—
Tom Balmforth,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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These foreign currency swings are not a concern as Berkshire has significant assets and earnings denominated in these foreign currencies.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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His ethos and spirit pulsates throughout the idyllic interior and garden galleries, whisking New Yorkers and visitors away from the frenzy of daily routine, reminding us that art is essential, not extraneous, to our existence and fortitude.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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There are no extraneous set pieces to keep the audience’s attention, no rousing speeches from world leaders, no context provided about why Ramadi was important to American interests during the Iraq War.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Lauren Heller Since Sagittarians are willing to try anything once, the Fire sign resembles Lauren's adventitious persona.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
31 Mar. 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
Adjective
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But the real Sylvia and Mort were larger-than-life characters and became accidental celebrities when The Nanny aired.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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Collantes ruled the cut was the result of an accidental headbutt, Suarez’s team is arguing that a punch caused the cut.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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“External.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/external. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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