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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
Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Aug. 2025
China's stronger-than-expected export growth has obscured insufficient domestic demand, said Bruce Pang, adjunct associate professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong business school.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
Noel Murray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
But Nigerian film producers must not be just an adjunct to London and Hollywood.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 13 May 2025
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Noun
Spears explained that the faculty associations are the bridge between students and the administration, and at times even between the adjunct instructors and the administration.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Aug. 2025
China's stronger-than-expected export growth has obscured insufficient domestic demand, said Bruce Pang, adjunct associate professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong business school.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 20 Aug. 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
But Nigerian film producers must not be just an adjunct to London and Hollywood.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjunct
Noun
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The Dia browser, a simpler option that allows people to chat with an AI assistant about multiple browser tabs at once, became available in beta in June.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Though the pair eventually found employment—Kornfeind as a trade compliance specialist and Raines as an administrative assistant at their alma mater—these accounts of the gauntlet facing recent college graduates are far from unique.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Another con was having fewer options in rural or suburban regions.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
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If not covered, check alternative options like FEMA assistance or other reimbursement programs.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This makes for great supplementary income as a side hustle while working full-time, or in between jobs.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Connecticut could face close to $180 million in annual extra costs to its supplementary nutrition and food stamps program within the next five years, according to a very preliminary analysis of recent federal budget cuts by Gov. Ned Lamont’s administration.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Positive steps toward a reconciliation seemed to take place over the summer, with Prince Harry's aides and one of the King's key staffers meeting for the first time in July.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Comer has questioned the former president’s use of the autopen for pardons and executive orders and whether his aides covered up his cognitive decline.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
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This roomy backpack offers plenty of space for your laptop, along with front-zip and side pockets for all your travel accessories.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Extra Winter Accessories Your coat closet shouldn't be bursting at the seam with outwear accessories, either.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Choice Zone schools receive additional funding from JCPS in the way of teacher salary stipends and supplemental funds that can be spent on initiatives that improve the culture and climate for staff and enhance student experiences.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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More customers tend to visit near the beginning of the month because their supplemental nutrition benefits restart, War and other business owners said.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The sport is really just a pretext for a tale of cross-generational mutual aid that cares too much for its characters’ wider lives to take them too often to court.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Senior administration officials have told the Herald that the administration intends to continue supporting the Cuban people and allowing humanitarian aid to flow to the country.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Adjunct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjunct. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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