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
The hood fits nicely over a helmet without restricting peripheral vision, while a high-vis brim is a plus for night skiing.
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Benjamin Tepler, Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
In each case, what had been a peripheral function was elevated to the C-suite because executives recognized that the stakes had grown too high for half-measures.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 18 Jan. 2026
Artero, FastWave’s peripheral platform, reached a new stage of maturity in 2025 with the selection of principal investigators for its upcoming pivotal trial, which will assess Artero’s safety and effectiveness in treating peripheral artery disease.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
Even in this relatively constrained setting, targeting a peripheral nerve rather than the brain, significant hurdles remain.
—New Atlas, 16 Jan. 2026
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Benjamin Tepler, Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
In each case, what had been a peripheral function was elevated to the C-suite because executives recognized that the stakes had grown too high for half-measures.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 18 Jan. 2026
Artero, FastWave’s peripheral platform, reached a new stage of maturity in 2025 with the selection of principal investigators for its upcoming pivotal trial, which will assess Artero’s safety and effectiveness in treating peripheral artery disease.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
Even in this relatively constrained setting, targeting a peripheral nerve rather than the brain, significant hurdles remain.
—New Atlas, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peripheral
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At this stage of his career, Hicks will have been part of many ceremonies; ordination as a deacon and then a priest, consecration as an auxiliary bishop and installation as bishop in Joliet, Illinois.—
Tony Aiello,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Bell-Johnson’s first trial was held in Tarrant County’s auxiliary court known as the In Custody Court.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated February 4,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Feb. 2026
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That unusual role for a spy chief raised additional questions from Democrats on the House and Senate intelligence committees.—
DAVID KLEPPER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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Players can also add the Double Play for an additional $1 to have a second chance at winning $10 million.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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This small-sized and mobile home aligns with the demand for accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, spiking in many areas across the country as a more affordable solution.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The acre of land across the street from her home on Piper Lane doesn't seem like something that could support three houses and six accessory dwelling units, but that's what the plan was when a developer bought the property last year.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Peripheral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peripheral. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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