1
as in derivative
taken or created from something original or basic
history textbooks are secondary sources for historical information and do not represent original research
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2
as in minor
of little or less value or merit
we need to focus on getting the groceries bought and the rent paid—everything else is secondary
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as in dependent
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Recent Examples of secondary
Anthony Paletta, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2025
The standard edition is perfect for those looking to explore the world of multi-modal robotics without diving into secondary development.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Greg Jewett, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
Even though the Bengals' fate is out of their own hands, Chase and Burrow continue to tear up opposing secondaries in the eleventh hour of the season.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The series’s expansion of the portrait of the prince’s other children is at first welcome, but this determination to better round out secondary characters soon becomes an enormous problem.
—Anthony Paletta, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2025
The standard edition is perfect for those looking to explore the world of multi-modal robotics without diving into secondary development.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
Boyd’s now in his second year removed from Tommy John surgery after finishing 2024 healthy and near his career-high velocity — all while boasting a beautiful 20% K-BB with three whiff-inducing secondaries.
—Greg Jewett, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
Even though the Bengals' fate is out of their own hands, Chase and Burrow continue to tear up opposing secondaries in the eleventh hour of the season.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for secondary
Adjective
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The company reported a net loss on derivative instruments of $22.0 million for the year, compared to a gain of $45.3 million in the previous year, reflecting changes in commodity prices.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
28 Mar. 2025
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These contracts automate royalty payments, licensing arrangements, and other critical transactions whenever a derivative or inspired piece is created.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Aftershocks are typically minor adjustments along the portion of a fault that slipped at the time of the initial earthquake.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The incident, while ultimately only a minor one, did impact the rest of their vacation.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The fund—jointly managed by the city and municipal labor unions—currently supports premium-free coverage for roughly 960,000 active and retired workers and their dependents, according to The City and New York Focus.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Disabled workers and their dependents accounted for 10.5% of the total benefits paid last year, and survivors of deceased workers accounted for 11%, according to a Social Security fact sheet.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
25 Mar. 2025
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Similar views applied to immigrants from southern and eastern Europe, whom many Americans regarded as poor, uneducated, and inferior.—
Made by History,
Time,
26 Mar. 2025
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In court, Musk and the Trump administration did not claim that Musk was an inferior officer exempt from confirmation.—
Noah Feldman,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2025
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The move backfired: the bank’s board of governors, on which China remains an observer, removed Claver-Carone after allegations of improper behavior involving a subordinate.—
MATIAS SPEKTOR,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Apr. 2025
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The grocer disclosed what McMullen didn’t do: The company said McMullen's conduct didn't affect the company’s accounting or involve mishandling of day-to-day business or involve questionable conduct with a subordinate.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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With eight practices completed, Hoover, a junior, is pleased with the progress the Horned Frogs have made.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2025
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Lincoln-Way East pitcher Audrey Bullock, a junior who’s committed to Fairmont, countered with a four-hitter featuring 10 strikeouts and two walks.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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In 2022, the average (mean) net worth of American families topped $1 million for the first time, up 42% from $749,000 in 2019.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The full cast of Norse godhood is here, specifically Thor — who is portrayed like Valhalla’s meanest bar bouncer.—
Luke Winkie,
Vulture,
1 Apr. 2025
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Other books clearly deal with subjects that have been stridently targeted by the Trump administration, including gender identity, sexuality and transgender issues.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Baltimore Sun reader poll is an unscientific survey in which website users volunteer their opinions on the subject of the poll.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Secondary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secondary. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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