as in unnecessary
not needed by the circumstances or to accomplish an end
money's tight, so we'll have to skip nonessential purchases
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as in extravagance
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Recent Examples of nonessential
Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
That bill is accompanied by separate resolutions to call on state lawmakers to establish a noise tax and prohibit certain flight operations, and to call on the FAA to ban all nonessential helicopter travel.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2025
Fillers Watch out for fillers — ideally, the supplement shouldn’t contain any artificial colors, fillers or nonessential ingredients.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
On a countrywide scale—from both an epidemiological perspective and a human-rights perspective—closing all nonessential business, closing all schools, prohibiting most social interactions and nonessential travel, and so on, was not considered feasible or wise.
—David Zweig, The Atlantic, 17 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The mayor’s office released the documents in two phases late last week in response to a records request from The San Diego Union-Tribune, which reported last Tuesday that Gloria returned the prior weekend from the Philippines despite a ban on nonessential city travel.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
That bill is accompanied by separate resolutions to call on state lawmakers to establish a noise tax and prohibit certain flight operations, and to call on the FAA to ban all nonessential helicopter travel.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2025
Fillers Watch out for fillers — ideally, the supplement shouldn’t contain any artificial colors, fillers or nonessential ingredients.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
On a countrywide scale—from both an epidemiological perspective and a human-rights perspective—closing all nonessential business, closing all schools, prohibiting most social interactions and nonessential travel, and so on, was not considered feasible or wise.
—David Zweig, The Atlantic, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonessential
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The critics would say: The post-credit scene where the goat goes to another team and immediately wins the MVP felt unnecessary.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Skip to content All Sections Opinion Commentary Opinion State lawmakers are pushing unnecessary public pension bills that would increase taxpayers’ costs and debt Maintaining the PEPRA reforms is part of the state’s best hope for fully funding public pension benefits and eliminating debt.—
Zachary Christensen,
Oc Register,
1 May 2025
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Yes, there should be a teapot in the equation, but the real draw is the spread: a slew of tiny sandwiches; sweet and buttery pastries (like Bon Appétit Bake Club’s Coffee Cake Scones); and the extravagance of fancy china, teacups, and a tiered pastry stand for good measure.—
Oset Babür-Winter,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2025
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Each new suite chronicles a distinct design epoch: the early 20th-century Edwardian era; the glamorous art deco period of the 1920s and ‘30s; the innovative mid-century golden age of the 1950s and '60s; and the glittering extravagance that defined the 1980s Dynasty-era aesthetics.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2025
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Aside from the actual comfort of the mattress, Henwood appreciates Nectar since the brand itself typically offers free extras like a sheet set, mattress protector, and pillows with a bed purchase to round out your sleep setup.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 May 2025
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Both programs are found on Amex Travel’s website and give travelers a range of extras at higher-end hotels.—
Chris Dong,
Saveur,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The images aren’t only stripped of superfluities; they’re hermetically sealed off from anything that could impinge from offscreen ...—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
25 Dec. 2024
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The images aren’t only stripped of superfluities; they’re hermetically sealed off from anything that could impinge from offscreen, from the world at large.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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With the new launch comes two key hires, including founder of luxury brand consultancy BSBP Bethani Stainfield-Bruce, who joins as senior vice president, brand partnerships and talent relations, and will be based out of DDA’s London office.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
1 May 2025
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Kam Zinsser, an agent with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Senter Realtors, describes luxury flooring options as costly and unnecessary.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
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The ultimate indulgence on the menu is some precious leisure time in the middle of the day.—
Oset Babür-Winter,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2025
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From May 2–4, Harbour Club will be activating at the Miami International Autodrome, immersing guests in a high-octane, high-luxury experience featuring prime views, next-level dining, and signature indulgences courtesy of a’Riva and Nikai — including Chef Michele’s famed pistachio gelato.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Nonessential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonessential. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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