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as in assistant
a person who helps a more skilled person
serving as an adjunct to the congressional delegation on its fact-finding mission
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as in option
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
you can spend a lot on camera accessories, but this nifty little battery recharger is the one adjunct that will pay for itself
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as in supplementary
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Recent Examples of adjunct
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
Read, a former financial analyst and adjunct professor at Bentley University, and O’Keefe, an officer in the Boston Police Department, first crossed paths in 2004, when Read attended a birthday party for O’Keefe’s sister Kristen, per Vanity Fair.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 19 June 2025
Noel Murray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
The idea of stable industrial prosperity would’ve shocked America’s Founders, who tended to see manufacturing as less a harbinger of wealth than an adjunct of poverty.
— Made By History, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Cohen is an adjunct professor at the University of Miami School of Communication.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
Read, a former financial analyst and adjunct professor at Bentley University, and O’Keefe, an officer in the Boston Police Department, first crossed paths in 2004, when Read attended a birthday party for O’Keefe’s sister Kristen, per Vanity Fair.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 19 June 2025
Adjective
This set’s first two episodes are mainly about the Alliance’s most problematic adjuncts: Luthen and Kleya.
—Noel Murray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
The idea of stable industrial prosperity would’ve shocked America’s Founders, who tended to see manufacturing as less a harbinger of wealth than an adjunct of poverty.
— Made By History, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjunct
Noun
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Holt, McDonald and Heiss all have listed themselves as San Diego State assistants on their social media accounts, though SDSU has not yet officially announced the hirings.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Elsewhere in the Cox Pavilion were multiple representatives of the Magic front office including president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman, general manager Anthony Parker and assistant GM Stephen Mervis.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
Noun
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That might mean building more recovery time into high-pressure roles, offering better internal mobility options, or training managers in better communication techniques.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Spectrum and Xfinity offer a range of options for internet speeds.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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Santa Ynez Reservoir’s primary role is to provide supplementary supply during periods of high water use, according to the DWP.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
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Programs with major budgets in football and basketball may have to face interesting questions for supplementary sports.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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The four women range in age from 30-74 and work as a deli clerk, nursing home dietary aide, physician assistant, and a former treatment coordinator at a charity for blind people.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
30 June 2025
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She was fined another $1,000 by the ethics board this week and her top aide, Dan Balanoff, $750 for permitting an employee to attend an unauthorized conference unrelated to his county duties on county time.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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The label has become known for translating Provençal traditions into exuberant womenswear, menswear, and viral accessories.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN Money,
1 July 2025
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The pop-up, located on the ground floor, will offer several customization services, where clients can choose to have accessories adorned with lucky symbols such as stars, bees and shamrocks.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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It’s been supplemental to my exercise routine, reduced my stiffness, and brought a little fun into my daily activities.—
Dwyer Frame,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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The Times’ analysis counts one application for each address no matter how many supplemental permits may be required.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
Noun
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That growth was supported initially by billions of dollars in federal aid.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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Kefir water is known to help decrease inflammation and maintain a balanced gut microbiome to absorb nutrients and aid digestion.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
Noun
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 July 2025
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Later, since the apartment remained unlocked, probably some marauders apparently stole all their kitchen appliances, electronics and other valuable family belongings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 July 2025
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“Adjunct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjunct. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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