as in extra
being over what is needed
now that the dress code has been e-mailed to everyone and posted on our intranet site, a paper memo about it seems supererogatory
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Recent Examples of supererogatory
Precisely as Japan becomes a producer of Honda two-stroke engine motorcycles and other consumer distractions, Mishima is preoccupied with the glories of imperial Japan, revealed in the supererogatory sacrifices of its children.
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Michael Brendan Dougherty, National Review, 7 Sep. 2020
These supererogatory merits were at the disposal of the pope, who could, in effect, offer them for sale.
—Marilynne Robinson, New Republic, 12 Dec. 2017
Michael Brendan Dougherty, National Review, 7 Sep. 2020
These supererogatory merits were at the disposal of the pope, who could, in effect, offer them for sale.
—Marilynne Robinson, New Republic, 12 Dec. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supererogatory
Adjective
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While the fragrance-free formula is ideal for teens with extra-sensitive skin, there are also eight different light and refreshing scents to choose from, including Vanilla Cashmere, Fresh and Cozy, Pomegranate Raspberry, Strawberry Dream, Pink Champagne, Jasmine Peach, and Coconut Waters.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2026
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The schools' superintendent requested an extra $105 million from the county, a nearly 11% increase from what the school district received from the county the previous year.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Doctors put her in a medical coma to drain excess fluid from her body.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Remove excess moisture to prevent ice crystals from forming on the surface.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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And the staggering surplus figure is also testament to the country’s rapid climb to dominate green technologies like EVs, lithium-ion batteries, and solar panels, as well as its prowess in making machinery and tech products at scale.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
15 Jan. 2026
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The money would come in an amendment to the current year's budget, drawing on Georgia's $9 billion in surplus cash.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The beauty mogul mingled with stars like Jennifer Lawrence and Chalamet's co-star Odessa A'zion and definitely spent her spare seconds hanging on to to her boyfriend, who took home the award for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy during the night.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The decor is clean-edged, and an upholstered bed frame—matching the carpet—is bookended with electric paper lanterns, all refreshingly spare.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Supererogatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supererogatory. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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