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as in debris
the portion or bits of something left over or behind after it has been destroyed
the detective noticed an ashy residue in the sink and deduced that a piece of paper had been burned there
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as in remainder
a remaining group or portion
the residue of our Thanksgiving feast consisted of a denuded turkey carcass and a couple rolls
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Recent Examples of residue
Gunshot residue tests later proved Herisse never fired a weapon that day, according to the medical examiner’s findings.
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Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 12 Feb. 2025
Also in the drawer was a set of measuring spoons with powdery residue on it, which police suspect was used to measure cocaine for distribution.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2025
Wash off any residue with warm water and enjoy the glow.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 3 Feb. 2025
The packaging also came taped shut, and the tape left behind sticky residue on the outside of my deodorant that was impossible to remove without rubbing alcohol.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
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Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 12 Feb. 2025
Also in the drawer was a set of measuring spoons with powdery residue on it, which police suspect was used to measure cocaine for distribution.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2025
Wash off any residue with warm water and enjoy the glow.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 3 Feb. 2025
The packaging also came taped shut, and the tape left behind sticky residue on the outside of my deodorant that was impossible to remove without rubbing alcohol.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for residue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for residue
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In Southern California, intense rainfall triggered large debris flows, making several streets impassable, including Mulholland Drive in Santa Monica and several roads in the Palisades.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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And remember: never touch nests that contain baby birds or eggs. To remove an old nest, wear sturdy gloves and a face mask, gather up the nest and any leftover debris, and throw it in your trash can.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2025
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First-person tales about cancer, freak accidents, chronic disease, and mental breakdowns regularly make their way onto best-seller lists (or into remainder bins).—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Charitable Giving - Donate to qualified charities through tools like charitable remainder trusts (CRTs) to lower your estate’s taxable amount while supporting meaningful causes.—
James Brewer,
Forbes,
13 Dec. 2024
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Yet while millions of Syrians, Ukrainians, Sudanese, and Afghans were accepted by the international community and resettled, Gazans have been expected to build new lives amid the rubble.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Editors’ Picks Thousands set out on foot back to northern Gaza, picking their way through mounds of rubble and debris.—
Zolan Kanno-Youngs,
New York Times,
6 Feb. 2025
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Clark believes there are seven key elements to a cozy nook: environment, seating, foot rest, pillows, light, a side table, and a throw.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Aim for at least 48 hours of rest between strength-training sessions for the same muscle group.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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The analysis comes about a week after the NTSB, along with the Naval Sea Systems Command Supervisor of Salvage and Diving, lifted much of the Black Hawk and other large portions of wreckage from the river.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Coast Guard deployed two vessels to safeguard the Growler wreckage in the San Diego Harbor, Sappey said.—
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13 Feb. 2025
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With a sultry, woodsy appeal, Le Labo Another 13 smells like the remnants of a forest bath on the skin.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
8 Feb. 2025
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The site is surrounded by the remnants of a tall grass prairie that once covered millions of acres of Minnesota and the West.—
John Diers,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Residue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residue. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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