as in additive
something that is of secondary importance to something else
one of the company's foreign subsidiaries
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Recent Examples of subsidiary
Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The institution announced in a statement on May 28 that the first centers will be in Germany — one in Munich, and a subsidiary in Leipzig.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 1 June 2026
Yun Li, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
In 2023, it was revealed that major industry players had helped a subsidiary company called Flannery Associates stealthily buy up tens of thousands of acres of relatively cheap farmland in Solano County, on the edge of the San Francisco Bay Area, for about $800 million over several years.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Honeywell is poised to capitalize on this enthusiasm by taking its quantum subsidiary, Quantinuum, public, reportedly seeking a $13 billion valuation.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The institution announced in a statement on May 28 that the first centers will be in Germany — one in Munich, and a subsidiary in Leipzig.
—Toby Axelrod, Sun Sentinel, 1 June 2026
Adjective
Long-term commitment Abel has been known internally as a hands-on operator with a deep bench of subsidiary CEOs reporting to him.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
In 2023, it was revealed that major industry players had helped a subsidiary company called Flannery Associates stealthily buy up tens of thousands of acres of relatively cheap farmland in Solano County, on the edge of the San Francisco Bay Area, for about $800 million over several years.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsidiary
Noun
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Iron, magnesium, and aluminum could also be separated and recovered, and leftover silicate material can serve as the additive for Portland cement instead of something like coal ash.—
Scott K. Johnson,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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According to researchers, the additive remains inactive until the sulfur reaction begins.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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The economic order must remain subordinate to human dignity and the common good.—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
30 May 2026
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The study examined 518 manager-subordinate relationships and found that this leadership approach enhanced both employee thriving and performance through stronger positive job attitudes.—
Mary Hemphill,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The pools and beach area are a big draw for guests, but there is also a local membership option.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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For Kadyshev, that difference in technologies exposes the difficulty in pursuing military options against Iran.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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From knitting cruises under the Northern Lights to macramé retreats in Montenegro, the craft itself becomes the reason for travel, with sightseeing secondary.—
Annita Katee,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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With Garrett poised to dominate on defense, a fortified secondary and Matthew Stafford under center, the Rams are looking strong to win a Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium in February.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Noun
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The best accompaniment to Le Burger is the Samkus.—
Tony Sachs,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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What to Serve With Sautéed Mushrooms These mushrooms make a wonderful accompaniment to seared or roasted proteins like steak, chicken, and pork.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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No getting around the fact that there’s been a harsh and destructive rotation away from medical device and ancillary health-care names.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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Plans call for an 82,000-square-foot, multistory temple, including a meetinghouse and an accompanying ancillary building.—
Scott McIntosh,
Idaho Statesman,
26 May 2026
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Meanwhile, in the United States, menopause has increasingly become both a medical issue and a booming commercial category tied to everything from hormone therapy and supplements to longevity clinics, wearable technology, and wellness optimization.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Get a rain gauge and supplement irrigation as spring rains slow over the summer months.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The discus competition finished before any of the track events started and was held on an auxiliary field, but the Aliso Niguel senior got a standing ovation on the victory stand half an hour after her third throw thrust her into the record books.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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As the People’s Liberation Army Navy expands its presence across the Indo-Pacific and beyond, analysts say Beijing increasingly depends on large auxiliary vessels to sustain fleets at sea.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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“Subsidiary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsidiary. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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