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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
Melissa Quinn
june 17, CBS News, 17 June 2025
This year, his only opponent heading into the primary is Patrick Timmons, an adjunct law professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a former Bronx prosecutor.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 15 June 2025
Made By History, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
Because all of these things are prevalent in many illnesses, photobiomodulation may be a powerful adjunct for treating a wide range of diseases.
—Praveen Arany, The Conversation, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett each were adjunct professors at Notre Dame Law School, earning just over $31,800 apiece, according to their reports.
—Melissa Quinn
june 17, CBS News, 17 June 2025
This year, his only opponent heading into the primary is Patrick Timmons, an adjunct law professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a former Bronx prosecutor.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 15 June 2025
Adjective
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
Because all of these things are prevalent in many illnesses, photobiomodulation may be a powerful adjunct for treating a wide range of diseases.
—Praveen Arany, The Conversation, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjunct
Noun
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As reported in a 2021 Rolling Stone exposé, more than a dozen women came forward with allegations of abuse against Manson, real name Brian Warner, including Evan Rachel Wood, actress Esmé Bianco, model Ashley Morgan, and Warner’s former personal assistant, Ashley Walters.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
28 June 2025
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Although the Magic continue to make a push to hire Mavericks assistant God Shammgod away from Dallas, according to NBA reporter Marc Stein, Mosley wouldn’t reveal his cards Friday.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2025
Noun
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What are Israel’s options if Trump decides against US involvement?—
Jennifer Griffin,
FOXNews.com,
21 June 2025
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For a budget option, try the Micanopy Inn, or take the 20-minute drive to Gainesville for a variety of hotel options.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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The report concludes with the company's financial statements and supplementary data, audited by MNP LLP, highlighting the company's financial position and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
20 Mar. 2025
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The payout could actually climb even higher in 2029, league insiders say, and in the meantime, the WNBA expects to sell additional game inventory in supplementary broadcast agreements.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Once the security check was complete, officials released the aide, whose identity is not publicly known.—
Mackenzie Thomas,
The Washington Examiner,
20 June 2025
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Husband's words crack nearly decade-old murder of missing nurse's aide Investigators said Edwards claimed to be an eyewitness who saw Aguilar walk away alive after a fight with Bravo in 2012.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Keep accessories simple with some gold hoops and a pair of oblong sunglasses, and throw on a clutch bag with your favorite charm to add a personal touch to the dressy casual look.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
20 June 2025
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At the end of 2022, the company sold a minority stake to fashion business accelerator Underscore District to support the next stage of its growth and has since opened its online store, revamped the website, focused on accessories and collaborations, and increased its wholesale footprint.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Connecticut’s Department of Agriculture believes the block grant option gives the state more flexibility for specialty crop operations, especially since the supplemental disaster funds might not cover many of the farmers and producers in Connecticut.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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Studies show dietary and supplemental magnesium may help lower blood pressure.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Despite the warming relations between the two countries, the partnership’s weaknesses have been highlighted over the past week, with Russia failing to play a significant role in coming to Iran’s aid as crippling strikes from Israel batter it.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2025
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Nearly 400 Palestinians have been killed near aid centers since Israel lifted an 11-week total blockade on Gaza and allowed a trickle of aid to enter, according to the enclave’s health ministry.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
19 June 2025
Noun
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2025
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Doing Laundry Washers and dryers can be overly noisy, particularly in smaller homes where sound travels easily, and depending on the location of the appliances.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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“Adjunct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjunct. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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