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
As well as the mandatory provisions—redundant sources of electricity and water and medical supplies—Survival Condo offers an indoor spa, pool and workout facility, as well as a theatre and classroom for adults and children to mingle in the post-disaster period.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Waymo and others build more expensive robotaxis that are equipped with suites of redundant technologies and sensors, including radar and lidar, which uses lasers to detect objects and create three-dimensional images of a vehicle’s surroundings.
—Chris Kirkham and Rachael Levy, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
While the online consensus was that the gifts were redundant and of minimal practical value, the biggest argument was that there was no skincare, makeup or other actual formulaic products.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
More practical objectives of the mission included testing redundant propulsion systems, increased structural strengthening, and new software controls.
—New Atlas, 19 Nov. 2024
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Waymo and others build more expensive robotaxis that are equipped with suites of redundant technologies and sensors, including radar and lidar, which uses lasers to detect objects and create three-dimensional images of a vehicle’s surroundings.
—Chris Kirkham and Rachael Levy, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
While the online consensus was that the gifts were redundant and of minimal practical value, the biggest argument was that there was no skincare, makeup or other actual formulaic products.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
More practical objectives of the mission included testing redundant propulsion systems, increased structural strengthening, and new software controls.
—New Atlas, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redundant
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As road salt built up on the windshield, squirting the cleaner then using the wipers was effective but the extra drops of liquid the wipers consistently splattered all over the passenger side when performing its task, this was inexcusable and annoying.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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As the fourth quarter began, Allen picked up another 20-yard gain by running out of pressure, then got extra yards via horse collar penalty on Rams rookie Jared Verse; Allen ran in a touchdown to cap the drive.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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The United States didn’t start providing surplus DPICM shells to Ukraine until the summer of 2023—more than a year into Russia’s wider invasion of Ukraine.David Axe, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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In uncertain and uncomfortable economic times, White Pony Express’ services may become even more necessary as a way to match surplus food with those who need sustenance.George Avalos, The Mercury News, 2 Dec. 2024
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Place cut citrus on paper towels to absorb any excess juices before putting them on your dressed salad.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
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For example, if your salary reaches $445,000, or $100,000 over the limit, the excess 17% translates to $17,000 as spillover into the MBCBP.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Test the consistency on a spare cookie or scrap of parchment paper before using.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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These centers leverage inventory optimization strategies and the latest collaboration tools to ensure that they are stocked with the right spare parts and gifts, ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.Richard Howells, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The music is utterly superfluous — indeed, distracting.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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Moana 2 is not a complete disaster so much as a superfluous cash grab that has a hard time disguising its roots as a Disney+ series.Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 28 Nov. 2024
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But they were assured reservations were unnecessary.Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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Be clear about your priorities and don’t let unnecessary features distract you.Rhett Power, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Redundant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redundant. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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