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as in remainder
an unused or unwanted piece or item typically of small size or value
that doormat is just a leftover from when the new carpet was installed
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as in rest
leftovers plural
a remaining group or portion
take as many of these calendars as you want, and put the leftovers back on the shelf
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as in residual
still existing or present after other parts are used or removed
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice.
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Recent Examples of leftover
Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
My leftovers from the pizza was my breakfast for two additional days.
—Lauren Chapman, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
The city also plans to implement a new program to help residents with rental, deposit and utility costs using leftover federal housing money from 2017 that will be reclaimed by the federal government if not used this year.
—Stacy Brandt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Some leftover showers and thunderstorms may hang on in the southern part of the region, the weather service said.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
My leftovers from the pizza was my breakfast for two additional days.
—Lauren Chapman, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Plant Early Got leftover bulbs from fall?
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
The city also plans to implement a new program to help residents with rental, deposit and utility costs using leftover federal housing money from 2017 that will be reclaimed by the federal government if not used this year.
—Stacy Brandt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leftover
Noun
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Socrates’ reply to Glaucon was complicated, taking up the whole remainder of this lengthy dialogue.—
Paul Rosenzweig,
Washington Post,
9 Feb. 2026
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Winner will serve remainder of term Whoever wins will fill the remainder of Hancock's term, which expires at the end of the year.—
Jack Fink,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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With the moody Moon entering your 12th House of Solitude, your inner world asks for rest, reflection, and soft attention to thoughts that normally rush by.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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This rotation gives Orlando’s regular starters critical rest before resuming league play this weekend.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Sweep away any residual leaves and dirt, and use a putty knife or screwdriver to loosen buildup between the boards if needed.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
14 Apr. 2026
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In the interim analysis, 58% of patients treated with the Allogene CAR-T, called cema-cel, achieved minimal residual disease, or MRD, negativity compared to 16% of patients who were observed but not treated.—
Adam Feuerstein,
STAT,
13 Apr. 2026
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Think of it like a blender—feed scraps in slowly to avoid overwhelming the system.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
12 Apr. 2026
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Reusing kitchen scraps in your garden is a win-win for your plants, the environment, and your budget.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Even a slight drop in your rate can generate meaningful savings depending on your loan balance and remaining term.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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On his first day in Algeria, Leo was paying homage to the 19 martyrs and visiting the remaining Augustinian nuns who run a social services project out of the Algiers basilica that helps people of all faiths.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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History buffs can venture to the remnants of the Todd House, believed to be part of the Underground Railroad.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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What comes to auction in May are the remnants of that discipline.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Leftover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leftover. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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