as in extra
being over what is needed
cleared off all the superfluous stuff on his desk to make room for the new computer
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Recent Examples of superfluous
Starting with superfluous, the legislation would essentially require Apple and Google to act as the proverbial ID check at the bar when people of all ages use their products, and in particular add apps or otherwise avail themselves of the endless suite of options offered on their products.
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John Tamny, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
In 2009, when U.S. President Barack Obama came into office, nuclear weapons looked increasingly superfluous.
—Vipin Narang, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
This is an important distinction, and more than anything a reminder of the Fed’s superfluous nature as a lender of last resort.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
History has shown time after time that once one acquires dictatorial powers, those in other government offices become superfluous.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
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John Tamny, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
In 2009, when U.S. President Barack Obama came into office, nuclear weapons looked increasingly superfluous.
—Vipin Narang, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
This is an important distinction, and more than anything a reminder of the Fed’s superfluous nature as a lender of last resort.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
History has shown time after time that once one acquires dictatorial powers, those in other government offices become superfluous.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
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Superintendent Myriam Rogers said a union poll showed more teachers wanted to have a half-day on Thanksgiving than an extra day in the school year.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Aug. 2025
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Netflix is also looking to fill theaters later this month for extra revenue after the movie became a surprise hit for the streamer since debuting in June.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Aug. 2025
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Oceans are now storing 90% of the excess heat from global warming — and each of the last eight years has set a new record for the amount of heat stored in the ocean.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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Water sprouts are excess growth that shades interior branches and weakens the overall structure of the tree.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The surplus designation is a formal step required by the Surplus Land Act.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Excessive fertilizing can cause environmental problems if the surplus elements build up in the soil and run off to pollute rivers and lakes.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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So often, as for the opener in the Champions League final, one of PSG’s full-backs becomes the spare, untracked player in the box.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Your 5-year-old son will find the box full of Sharpies and decide to redecorate your spare bedroom, an hour before your in-laws arrive for a week’s visit.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
13 Aug. 2025
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Nava said another key part of his work this year is tamping down any unnecessary fears and countering misinformation posted on social media and spread amongst farm workers in WhatsApp groups.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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Refuse receptacles/compactor and surrounding enclosure is not clean and/or free of unnecessary items and litter.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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