as in auxiliary
available to supply something extra when needed
the IT consultant suggested that we update the drivers for all of the computer's peripheral devices
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Recent Examples of peripheral
However, previous silicon-photonics lidar designs struggled to scan peripheral angles effectively.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
The same study notes that the hormonal cascade may even dull pain by activating peripheral nerves and autonomic pathways.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Arve Henriksen’s trumpet is a celestial contrast to the vocals’ groundedness, a floater at the edge of the song’s smoky peripheral vision.
—Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
That is why investing in these roles is not a peripheral HR initiative or a one-off training session, but a strategic imperative.
—Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
The same study notes that the hormonal cascade may even dull pain by activating peripheral nerves and autonomic pathways.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Arve Henriksen’s trumpet is a celestial contrast to the vocals’ groundedness, a floater at the edge of the song’s smoky peripheral vision.
—Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
That is why investing in these roles is not a peripheral HR initiative or a one-off training session, but a strategic imperative.
—Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for peripheral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peripheral
Adjective
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As for the camper module exterior, Winnebago cages out the alcove face and lower front sides with thick tubular branch guards, wires in a set of floating front auxiliary lights, adds a swing-away full-size spare carrier in back, and secures on under-body aluminum storage lockers.—
C.C. Weiss
May 17,
New Atlas,
17 May 2026
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The auxiliary dials are connected to the main dial from the back, a process the company said takes several weeks.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Those seated in the gunner or engineer positions will also be treated to additional clips of Grogu via their adjacent flight panels, the young alien here portrayed as something of a playful pet of a child who is exaggeratedly chill during the commotion.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2026
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The Siena Research Institute at Siena University and Reconnaissance Market Research (ReconMR) fielded the poll, with additional fieldwork by the Public Opinion Research Lab at the University of North Florida.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Adjective
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The Solana Beach City Council approved updates to the accessory dwelling ordinance during its May 6 meeting.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 May 2026
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Consider the Topo Designs Travel Accessory Bundle, now 51 percent off, which comes with a packing cube, Dopp kit, and accessory pouch to keep your bags organized.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
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“Peripheral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peripheral. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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