as in additive
something that is of secondary importance to something else
one of the company's foreign subsidiaries
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Recent Examples of subsidiary
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Among the high-profile tech and entertainment businesses located there are Apple, Sony Pictures Studios, Amazon MGM Studios, TikTok Inc., Technicolor and Beats Electronics, a subsidiary of Apple.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2025
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
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Noun
Best and Kroll downgraded the financial strength ratings of Conifer's insurance subsidiaries, and the company withdrew from the rating process, leaving it non-rated.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Among the high-profile tech and entertainment businesses located there are Apple, Sony Pictures Studios, Amazon MGM Studios, TikTok Inc., Technicolor and Beats Electronics, a subsidiary of Apple.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The company will devise and develop new content that Fremantle and its subsidiary producers, including Eureka Productions, will produce and sell.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsidiary
Noun
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In his first network TV interview since becoming Health and Human Services secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about a range of topics, including measles, food additives and weight loss drugs.—
Nicole Brown Chau,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The previous version, fountain lemonade from Minute Maid, was just that—a run-of-the-mill fountain drink made with high fructose corn syrup, additives, and food coloring.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In China, for example, the constitution states that everything in the governmental system, including the courts, is subordinate to the leadership of the Communist Party.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
25 Mar. 2025
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The email was addressed to all subordinate commanders, and the subject line read in all capital letters: URGENT SAFETY OF FLIGHT ISSUE.—
Greg Wehner,
Fox News,
15 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Trusted resale sites like StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats usually have plenty of options (and with surprisingly affordable prices).—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
9 Apr. 2025
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But top online sportsbook BetOnline offers Masters Props and specials with group betting options on golfers by country, former Masters champions, top LIV Golfer along with top left-handed golfer, with odds below along with (odds) to win the Masters.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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New business models: Exploiting the boom of the secondary market The secondary market is booming.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Brands like Rolex saw unprecedented growth in the secondary market during the pandemic, with Rolex’s market share peaking at 43.9 percent in early 2022, according to a report from watches reseller Chrono24.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Iconic — and the perfect accompaniment to a try of protein-rich deviled eggs made with London’s favorite recipe.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
4 Apr. 2025
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The adaptation is now coming to California via an American Ballet Theatre premiere, featuring music by Joby Talbot and accompaniment by the Pacific Symphony.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The company is in charge of non-theatrical and ancillary sales throughout North America and certain English language territories.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2025
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Since then, airlines have made a mint on these ancillary charges.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
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These fast-acting patches are an excellent alternative to natural pill supplements.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Your doctor will order a quick blood test and advise which supplements to add to your daily routine to restore balance and increase nail strength.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The headphones have Bluetooth capabilities to wirelessly pair to your phone, but they can also be connected to audio sources with the 3.5mm auxiliary cord that’s included — perfect for connecting to the plane monitors for in-flight entertainment.—
Jordyn Burrell,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2025
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The amenities will include four grass fields with specialized lighting, field-goal posts, scoreboards and bleachers, one auxiliary grass field, one state-of-the-art championship field with an artificial surface, and locker rooms, concessions and restrooms.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Subsidiary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsidiary. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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