auxiliaries

Definition of auxiliariesnext
plural of auxiliary

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Noun
  • Analysts say the campaign is also a way for Xi, who is in his 14th year in power, to remove potential rivals and ensure absolute loyalty among his subordinates.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Li Gang / Xinhua News Agency / AP Analysts say the campaign is also a way for Xi, who is in his 14th year in power, to remove potential rivals and ensure absolute loyalty among his subordinates.
    CBS News, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • And sinkers, cutters, four-seamers rising.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Beauty and Hygiene Supplies Metal tools such as eyelash curlers, tweezers, and nail cutters can be sanitized by submerging into hydrogen peroxide for 15-20 seconds, then wiping clean.
    Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Artificial men become soldiers and servants (a dead detective rebuilt as RoboCop; Bucky Barnes brainwashed to become the Winter Soldier; Anakin Skywalker resurrected as Darth Vader).
    Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Sadly, Bridgerton has provided no evidence that Alfie has yet capitalized on his many obvious talents, and apparently the servants can barely spend 45 minutes in the market without their employers jumping down their throats.
    Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • That’s striking, considering that execs tend to be far more enthusiastic about the tech compared to their underlings.
    Frank Landymore, Futurism, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Despite the scary Instagram post, gang leader Lamar Williams was still convicted this month of a 2013 murder in the Bronx, and the two underlings accused of trying to keep him out of prison could wind up joining him.
    Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The common foe of all is expansionist Iran and its handmaidens Hamas and Hezbollah.
    Josef Joffe, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Mackinac Island's tourist season is mainly from May through October, and the island needs about 5,000 seasonal workers each year to work as baristas, front desk attendants, wait staff, retail clerks and housekeepers.
    Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Positive ones often include comments on the bathroom’s upkeep and information about any bathroom attendants that may be present.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Staffers—from front desk employees to valet—never missed a beat and were full of helpful information both about the hotel, its offerings, and the surrounding area.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Every March, the first Friday is dedicated to appreciating employees by their employers and supervisors, a tradition that began in 1995.
    Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • In addition, running back Kimani Vidal received an exclusive rights tender, binding him to the Chargers and removing his ability to negotiate with other teams.
    Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Melting cabbage is so silky and tender.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Auxiliaries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/auxiliaries. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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