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as in residues
a remaining group or portion
They tested for chemical residuals in the water.
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as in reminders
a lingering indication of something from the past
Some modern traditions are residuals of ancient beliefs and rituals.
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Recent Examples of residuals
The negotiations will be the first since the writers and actors strikes of 2023, and will likely revisit the concerns that animated those stoppages, such as AI and residuals on streaming platforms.
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Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Exhibition couldn’t charge for tickets to The Netflix event given the cast’s contractual terms for residuals, hence the streamer and circuits got around this by reserving seats with concession vouchers.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2026
Owing to the cast’s contractual terms for residuals, theaters could not charge for tickets.
—Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Her agent is very impressed and can practically see the residuals checks for potential new projects coming in.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
Under the terms of the WGA East’s PBS contract, writers on these titles will receive pension and health contributions from their work and residuals for AVOD and SVOD reuse.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
Despite the massive fan base and continued success of the original show through reruns, Shatner hasn't earned a dime in residuals.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If the standard rule applies where theaters keep 50% of the ticket sales, that means Superman — not counting any residuals or miscellaneous payouts — still has some financial ground to cover.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Exhibition couldn’t charge for tickets to The Netflix event given the cast’s contractual terms for residuals, hence the streamer and circuits got around this by reserving seats with concession vouchers.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2026
Owing to the cast’s contractual terms for residuals, theaters could not charge for tickets.
—Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Her agent is very impressed and can practically see the residuals checks for potential new projects coming in.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
Under the terms of the WGA East’s PBS contract, writers on these titles will receive pension and health contributions from their work and residuals for AVOD and SVOD reuse.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
Despite the massive fan base and continued success of the original show through reruns, Shatner hasn't earned a dime in residuals.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If the standard rule applies where theaters keep 50% of the ticket sales, that means Superman — not counting any residuals or miscellaneous payouts — still has some financial ground to cover.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for residuals
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Where Soap Scum Usually Forms Soap scum typically appears on surfaces often exposed to water, soap, and other residues.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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In Rush, chalk lines are drawn and partially wiped by hand, leaving behind smudges and residues that hover between being seen and unseen.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
9 Jan. 2026
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While unpacking, Camila and Karen uncovered a trove of old iPhones and BlackBerrys, physical photos, fashion show invitations, memorabilia, and vintage magazine editions — tangible reminders of a career that had once felt larger than life.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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These small reminders of our humanity are adjacent to Kelson’s practice of honoring the dead as a way to honor life.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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Most modern dishwashers are well-equipped to handle food remnants.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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Harden’s style is his own, but there are remnants of it throughout the league.—
Jason Jones,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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This exhibit explores the dynamic history of the Latino/Latinx (mostly Mexican American/Chicano) community in Berkeley from 1900 to 2025, highlighting resilience, activism and cultural contributions through photographs, oral histories, archival documents and community artifacts.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The study’s authors further stated that the poison found in the artifacts would not have killed prey instantly, but rather slowed prey down, thereby making the animal easier to catch.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Residuals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residuals. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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