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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
Like other lawmakers, Hawley expressed concerns over the impact of the transaction on the labor market, and tried to press him on the payment of residuals.
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Anastasia Sanger, director, programming and creative development My beauty look in 2016 took the residuals from the height of twee (thick cat-eye eyeliner, blunt bangs) and added a lot of dark lip experimentation.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 20 Jan. 2026
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.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 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
Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Anastasia Sanger, director, programming and creative development My beauty look in 2016 took the residuals from the height of twee (thick cat-eye eyeliner, blunt bangs) and added a lot of dark lip experimentation.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 20 Jan. 2026
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.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 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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Also, when Camp Century was decommissioned around five years after Project Iceworm was scrapped, the Army left hazardous waste behind, such as up to 52,000 gallons of diesel and radioactive materials, residues from the small nuclear reactor that had powered the base.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Considerations Before Getting Started Avoid harsh cleaners and tools that can be too abrasive and damage the metal surface or leave harmful residues behind.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2026
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Yet painful reminders still linger on the rancher's land.—
Kelly Werthmann,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The blowout in Boulder plus the loss at Utah, the Utes’ only conference win, should serve as reminders that TCU doesn’t have the luxury to overlook any opponent.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Feb. 2026
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Pat Verbeek, general manager, A- Verbeek was brought in to slice and dice the remnants of the Bob Murray era, which saw the Ducks reach the conference finals in 2015 and 2017.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
7 Feb. 2026
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With Slowik, one of the few remnants of former coach Mike McDaniel’s staff, this latest opportunity gives him the chance to reconnect with the same talent that helped during his time as passing game coordinator.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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Strolling past glass display cases of fossils and earthenware artifacts, my eyes landed on a rack by the main entrance with flyers advertising children’s events and local flea markets.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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The piece looks back at the studio’s history through roughly 400 artifacts pulled from Blizzard’s physical archives, highlighting key releases and moments from the company’s 35-year legacy while positioning the showcase and BlizzCon’s return as part of its next era.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Residuals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residuals. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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