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as in remainder
an unused or unwanted piece or item typically of small size or value
that doormat is just a leftover from when the new carpet was installed
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as in rest
leftovers plural
a remaining group or portion
take as many of these calendars as you want, and put the leftovers back on the shelf
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as in residual
still existing or present after other parts are used or removed
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice.
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Recent Examples of leftover
Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
Think blending pantry staples like pasta or instant ramen with last night’s leftovers or whatever else is lying around.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 8 Mar. 2025
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2025
When Obama won his first term, the Democratic President pushed the ‘reset’ button with Moscow and dumped Georgia as a leftover Bush project.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Customers may over-order, but hey: leftovers are a delight.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
Think blending pantry staples like pasta or instant ramen with last night’s leftovers or whatever else is lying around.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Add the veggie side dish to your main by adding sliced mushrooms, chopped fresh spinach or kale, or leftover roasted vegetables.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2025
When Obama won his first term, the Democratic President pushed the ‘reset’ button with Moscow and dumped Georgia as a leftover Bush project.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leftover
Noun
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Any remainder can be carried forward to future years.—
Kristin McKenna,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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My generation's ability to remember phone numbers is a bit of a coccyx – the vestigial remainder of a structure no longer required.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Textile fiber choices at every layer of the bed can determine whether a sleeper experiences a comfortable or restless night’s rest.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, Maryland’s $4-million-per-year coach Kevin Willard has proven even power conference programs are not immune from the industry-wide rest, bitterly signaling his intentions of leaving the Terrapins at every stage along his team’s current Sweet 16 run.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In 2023, Heathrow was ranked as the world’s fourth busiest airport, and the airport closure is likely to affect at least 1,300 flights on Friday and residual delays could affect at least 145,000 passengers in the upcoming days.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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Then, once back in Los Angeles, dermatologic nurse Amaju Amare of Amare Aesthetics would begin the long process of treating my residual dark marks and preventing future eruptions with a combination of chemical peels and the Aerolase laser.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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In a note published Monday, Citi analysts forecast strength in copper prices this month amid temporarily stronger U.S. copper import demand, as well as broader concentrate and scrap supply constraints.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
20 Mar. 2025
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The Alter Ego shoulder bags are made from the leftover napa leather that comes from the leftover quilted Tabby bag, and Alter Ego satchel is made from the leftover scraps of natural leather leftover from the Coach Brooklyn.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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White added a second goal in the 46th minute to push the lead to 5-1. Adrian Anaya ended the game with goals in the 61st and 63rd minute to end the game as the Falcons led by eight goals with 20 minutes or less remaining.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2025
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Here are the Panthers’ biggest remaining needs as the team enters free agency: Safety: The Panthers have just two players at the position entering the middle of the week: Moehrig and second-year DB Demani Richardson.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2025
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Because of Hurricane Helene’s rotation when remnants of the storm hit the region, much of the wildfire’s fuel is near those areas of the mountains.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Mar. 2025
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The spark on the night of March 6 came from Alawite remnants of the Assad regime, who, from their coastal strongholds, launched attacks on Sunni security forces, reportedly killing 180 men in two hours.—
Dominique Soguel,
Christian Science Monitor,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Leftover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leftover. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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