as in derivation
something that naturally develops or is developed from something else
hydrogen is one by-product of that chemical reaction
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Recent Examples of by-product
Researchers also measured urine color and osmolality (for water concentration) and levels of plasma copeptin, a stable by-product of the hormone vasopressin.
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New Atlas, 21 Aug. 2025
These currents are an inevitable by-product of ocean physics on a complex shoreline, says Chris Houser, a coastal geomorphologist at the University of Waterloo in Ontario.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 19 Aug. 2025
The first synthetic dye was a shade of mauve, invented in the mid-nineteenth century from by-products of coal processing.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2025
The compound is a by-product of the Kratom plant whose ground leaves are sold as a dietary supplement to boost energy or provide pain relief.
—Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech, The Hill, 29 July 2025
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New Atlas, 21 Aug. 2025
These currents are an inevitable by-product of ocean physics on a complex shoreline, says Chris Houser, a coastal geomorphologist at the University of Waterloo in Ontario.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 19 Aug. 2025
The first synthetic dye was a shade of mauve, invented in the mid-nineteenth century from by-products of coal processing.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2025
The compound is a by-product of the Kratom plant whose ground leaves are sold as a dietary supplement to boost energy or provide pain relief.
—Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech, The Hill, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for by-product
Noun
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Bose found a stronger mathematical derivation of Planck’s law.—
Matt von Hippel,
Quanta Magazine,
23 June 2025
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Labels want systems that can not only detect direct sample reuse but also flag stylistic derivations within generative model outputs.—
Virginie Berger,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Nasdaq technicals The Nasdaq is trading very close to its 50-day moving average a level that could be concerning for the broader tech trade according to Charles Schwab’s head trading and derivatives strategist Joe Mazzola.—
Frank Holland,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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These strategies often pair derivatives with structured notes or bank instruments to provide market exposure while aiming to significantly reduce downside risk.—
Michael A. Scarpati,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Deutsche Börse, which runs the Frankfurt Stock Exchange from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time five days a week for derivates and structured products, echoed Euronext.—
Ganesh Rao,Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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With unique enough lore and a unique style, Saxon avoids making a derivate fable.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The result is that the field of ketamine therapy goes unregulated.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Police have not indicated whether the test results have come back, who owns the dogs or if there are more dogs possibly being investigated.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Each cabin also comes complete with high-end amenities like Dyptique Paris bath products, Bose Bluetooth speakers, and Nespresso coffee makers.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Other items listed in the top 20 product groups responsible for injuries included exercise equipment, cans, basketballs, ladders, desks, rugs and bathtubs.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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“By-product.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/by-product. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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