as in extra
being over what is needed
this area is already chockablock with shopping malls; another one would be redundant
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Recent Examples of redundant
There’s just enough to see and do while filling in the puzzle pieces in ways that are enjoyable without becoming redundant or boring.
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Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
On Tuesday, The Athletic reported that Ratcliffe was following up 250 job losses last summer by making another 100 staff roles redundant over the upcoming months.
—Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
In the event of another citywide emergency, the impact on the electric grid may mean there will be no redundant heating and cooking source, leading to an unprecedented catastrophe.
—Kris Delair, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
The reductions and reorganization prioritize customer service by streamlining redundant layers of management, the agency said.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
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Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
On Tuesday, The Athletic reported that Ratcliffe was following up 250 job losses last summer by making another 100 staff roles redundant over the upcoming months.
—Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
In the event of another citywide emergency, the impact on the electric grid may mean there will be no redundant heating and cooking source, leading to an unprecedented catastrophe.
—Kris Delair, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
The reductions and reorganization prioritize customer service by streamlining redundant layers of management, the agency said.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redundant
Adjective
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Utah was leading 3-2 with under two minutes to play when the Sabres pulled their goalie for an extra attacker.—
Matthew Fairburn,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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The soft removable padded cups add extra support, while the lightweight fabric is comfy and breathable for all-day wear.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As a result, surplus office space may need to be repurposed as housing and for other uses.—
Brian D. Taylor,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2025
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Fortunately for the Ukrainian air force, the surplus Mirage 2000s France is donating to the service come with their own powerful jammers—and no Americans are involved in their programming.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This helps calm the skin and ensures no excess shaving lubricant is left behind, which can cause irritation and potentially ingrown hairs.5 10.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
14 Mar. 2025
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Once the lettuce perks up, give it a spin in the salad spinner to remove excess moisture.—
Alyssa Sybertz,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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On the International Space Station, astronauts use 3D printers to make tools and spare parts, such as ratchet wrenches, clamps and brackets.—
Sven Bilén,
The Conversation,
13 Mar. 2025
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Payton has finally given up the notion that three spare parts — Adam Trautman, Lucas Krull and Nate Adkins — equal one pass-catching V-8.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There's nothing in there that was written that was superfluous, that was unnecessary.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Other than a briefcase to carry important documents, anything superfluous could be tucked into a nice, roomy suit; or, better yet, given to one’s secretary to handle.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Be prepared for a communication breakdown — text messages may not make it to the right person, your plans may get completely derailed and all that fiery energy might translate into unnecessary confrontations or snap decisions.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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Too often, redesigns happen simply for the sake of change — unnecessary, expensive and often worse than what came before.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Redundant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redundant. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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