as in additive
something that is of secondary importance to something else
one of the company's foreign subsidiaries
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as in subordinate
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Recent Examples of subsidiary
Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
But some analysts and investors said the company overpaid for the US assets while remaining saddled with low-margin subsidiaries in Japan, such as its superstore segment.
—Reuters, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Here, too, Muti’s attention often went to subsidiary voices.
—Corinna Da Fonseca-Wollheim, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Recording artists signed by subsidiaries of these labels are also able to join the plan, but not always those signed to indie labels distributed by any of these companies.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
But some analysts and investors said the company overpaid for the US assets while remaining saddled with low-margin subsidiaries in Japan, such as its superstore segment.
—Reuters, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Bud Slatkin, an attorney for CBZ Management and its subsidiary company that formally owns the William Penn building, did not return an email seeking comment.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Here, too, Muti’s attention often went to subsidiary voices.
—Corinna Da Fonseca-Wollheim, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsidiary
Noun
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There are nine color additives approved by the FDA for use in food, according to the agency’s site.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Infinity formulation is pH-optimized, and free of additives, oil, fragrances, and flavors.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Trump's recent rhetoric and aggressive tariff policies have revived concerns that his administration sees Canada as a subordinate economic partner rather than a sovereign ally.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
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The president is required by Article II Section 3 to enforce orders of the Supreme Court or subordinate federal tribunals.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Finally, staff provided three options to the City Council for the location of the firing range for officers.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Despite the four options — Maria, Rachel and two contestants from Grant’s Bachelor season — Ben maintained that Maria was, by far, the frontrunner to be the next Bachelorette.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The defense has a lot of new players, particularly in the secondary — UM added five defensive backs via the portal who are all competing for roles.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Mar. 2025
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At that moment — that divine moment, as Ellingson remembers it — Hufanga screamed in from the secondary and blew up an opposing running back on a sweep.—
Luca Evans,
The Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Multiple voices in one hand blended into fistfuls of color, and perplexing emphases on accompaniment figures served to distract, rather than elucidate, the musical argument.—
Luke Schulze,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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The Embassy has at least five silent films with organ accompaniment planned for this year, including a spooky movie at Halloween.—
Heather Kathryn Ross,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Real estate has become a primary way that sports teams leverage their popularity, with mixed-use developments serving as year-round income and ancillary revenue streams.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Like many big Hong Kong production companies, Emperor Group is also an exhibitor, operating cinemas in Hong Kong, mainland China and Macau, and with a limited ancillary market, declining box office is an issue for everyone.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Collagen supplements come in various forms, from powders and capsules to liquids and gummies.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
12 Mar. 2025
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One study found that regular magnesium supplements may reduce inflammation and relax the airways.8 This can make breathing easier and reduce the risk of asthma attacks.9 Magnesium-rich foods include: Pumpkin seeds Spinach Cashews Salmon Low-fat dairy products 7.—
Daniel More,
Verywell Health,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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From automating repetitive tactics to enhancing predictive analytics, AI is not just an auxiliary tool.—
Vamsi Gosu,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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The plan includes the construction of a 10,000-square-foot auxiliary hanger plus two additional maintenance hangers.—
Laura Kinsler,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Subsidiary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsidiary. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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