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de trop

adjective

Definition of de tropnext
as in accessory

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Recent Examples of de trop Perhaps Selena decided a sky-high heel was de trop for her stint on the continent. — Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 21 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de trop
  1. accessory
  2. needless
  3. supplementary
  4. additional
  5. unwanted
  6. supplemental
  7. unnecessary
  8. unneeded
Adjective
  • The back half-acre is described as technically developable, with plans showing potential for two accessory dwelling units.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Can’t wait to gaze at the A-listers’ head-turning dresses, inventive accessory equations, and soaring footwear choices?
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of accessory
Adjective
  • Their impressiveness came from their straightforwardness, their precision and generosity of flavor, without needless curlicues or misguided deconstruction.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Updating your medicine cabinet will take care of any expired medications and reduce needless excess.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of needless
Adjective
  • If this still feels confusing, consider watching my supplementary video.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Several supplementary online exhibitions let visitors browse some of the collection digitally.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplementary
Adjective
  • Engineers will collect additional performance data during those flights.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Deep Research can gather additional material when the existing project sources remain insufficient.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of additional
Adjective
  • The tradeoffs families still face Limiting a device can strip out unwanted features.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
  • While Rice later went to great lengths to apologize to Cruise after seeing his performance, even commissioning a two-page spread in various outlets to heap praise on him, Jordan says the circumstances created an unwanted dynamic on set.
    — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of unwanted
Adjective
  • If Secord can’t take in enough calories or water, she may be placed in a medical habitat providing supplemental fluids, electrolytes and medication.
    — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026
  • With guidance from veterinarians, Spagis said the rescue can provide wound care, administer medications and fluids, regulate cats’ body temperatures, and supply supplemental oxygen.
    — Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplemental
Adjective
  • Responses were mixed, with those agreeing with Wehniainen saying the practice is unprofessional and could create unnecessary distractions during an interview.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Every unnecessary click creates another opportunity to lose them.
    — Chris Zelig, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of unnecessary
Adjective
  • Cheers to boosting your garden’s health while also cutting down on unneeded waste.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Select a container with good drainage that gives plants a little room to grow into, but not one that is too large, as excess soil holds unneeded moisture.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of unneeded

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“De trop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de%20trop. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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