remainders

noun

plural of remainder
1
as in rests
a remaining group or portion the remainder of the pills were saved in case they were needed later

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2
as in remnants
an unused or unwanted piece or item typically of small size or value the remainder of the dough can be used to make a tartlet

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Recent Examples of remainders Perhaps even a rag-tag group of remainders can put a scare into San Antonio. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 1 May 2026 The best-case scenario would be for the Lakers’ remainders to extend the best-of-seven series with the Rockets long enough for Doncic and Reaves to rejoin LeBron James in that Big Three, either at the end of this series or the start of the next one. — Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remainders
  1. rests
  2. remnants
  3. leftovers
  4. scraps
  5. pieces
  6. ends
Noun
  • From floral pitchers to spoon rests and serving bowls, your entire table can enjoy a matching makeover full of soft brown leaves and blue petals.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2026
  • The rows of three seats will feature adjustable leg rests that will fold up at a 90-degree angle to create more room to sleep or stretch while laying down.
    — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
Definition of rests
Noun
  • The hazardous surf is being sent from tropical storm systems south of California, including Tropical Storm Fausto and the remnants of Tropical Storm Elida.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
  • Astronomers have detected about 300 such remnants in our galaxy to date.
    — Charles Q. Choi, Space.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of remnants
Noun
  • Store milk, eggs, yogurt, cheese, and leftovers on the main shelves, preferably toward the back where temperatures are more consistent.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 July 2026
  • Even better, the deals aren’t just last season’s leftovers—the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale slashes prices on new 2026 season favorites.
    — Kayla Becker, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 July 2026
Definition of leftovers
Noun
  • Inside this gut pouch, tens of millions of bacteria scavenge for scraps of fiber, starch, and other nutrients, and break down cellulose and proteins.
    — Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 27 July 2026
  • Roasted vegetables, nubs of cheese, those scraps left on the roast chicken carcass—all fair game.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 July 2026
Definition of scraps
Noun
  • Yelp’s list celebrates used furniture stores across the country that offer affordable alternatives to traditional retail, highlighting businesses where shoppers can find distinctive pieces without the price tag of brand-new furniture.
    — Evan Moore July 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
  • In today’s cultural economy, where archival fashion pieces, horology, and unique collections blur with investment strategy, the ability to maintain image and ownership while accessing capital quietly is increasingly prized for some.
    — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of pieces
Noun
  • By export price, momentum was strongest at the accessible and high ends of the price range.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • Full-backs Pedro Porro and Marc Cucurella excelled at both ends of the pitch.
    — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 20 July 2026
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