Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonnecessities
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Biossance’s 100% Sugarcane Squalane Oil is literally just squalane—no fillers, fragrance, or extras—which is part of why dermatologists love it.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2026 -
Mendoza has taken to TikTok and Instagram to make explainer videos throughout the city’s budget process, criticizing the drop in construction cranes across the city’s skyline and one-time deficit fillers.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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In response to questions about shareholder connections, the company says funds managed by subsidiaries of Apollo Global Management Company are investors in Shutterfly, which is the parent company of Lifetouch.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Niederpruem spent much of his 30-year career at Emerson Electric and its subsidiaries, including Emerson Network Power, which was eventually sold and rebranded as Vertiv.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
14 Feb. 2026
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Scottsdale constantly has activities going on in the community, pulling in tourism that funds the city, maintaining its luxuries and aesthetics.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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While names like Louis Vuitton and Gucci have struggled to capture the interest of young shoppers, brands like Prada have capitalized on Gen Z’s love of little treats and desire for bite-size luxuries that are more experience-based, according to Ramírez.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
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In addition to featuring intricate lacework, some pieces stand out for being crafted from chiffon and fluid satins, being punctuated by tiny floral embroideries and cascading daisy embellishments or simply for their buttery hues that add to the classic black and white propositions.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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The jeans featured floral embroideries and mixed media patchwork.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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Finally, North Korea is busy building luxury hotels, filled with top-class amenities such as outdoor hot tubs and ski-in ski-out lodges – but state media shows few actual guests.—
Maureen Ohare,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
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The city added additional amenities and infrastructure, including ski and toboggan slopes, through the federal Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression.—
Antonia Noori Farzan,
The Providence Journal,
14 Feb. 2026
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Casting calls in the New York area for extras to play footmen indicate filming will start there in March.—
Paul Edward Parker,
The Providence Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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Store the extras in your larger carry-on or checked bag.—
Carin Ryan,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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The analyst is positive about ConocoPhillips achieving its 2029 free cash flow target, supported by its four major growth projects (NFE, North Field South, Port Arthur, and Willow) and $1 billion in cost reductions and margin enhancements.—
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CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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That vendor demanded a retroactive contract extension and enhancements to his profit of between 30 and 40 percent.—
Mike Hernández,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Nonnecessities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonnecessities. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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