as in extra
being over what is needed
cleared off all the superfluous stuff on his desk to make room for the new computer
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Recent Examples of superfluous
The music is utterly superfluous — indeed, distracting.
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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
But that last detail is almost superfluous to what makes the sequence so exciting.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2024
Another completely superfluous and yet charming way to enliven someone’s desk set is to give them a proper wax sealing kit.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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
But that last detail is almost superfluous to what makes the sequence so exciting.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2024
Another completely superfluous and yet charming way to enliven someone’s desk set is to give them a proper wax sealing kit.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for superfluous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
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On January 1, everyone takes a turn smashing it until there are thirteen pieces—one for each month of the year, and an extra for good luck.Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Yield: 3 1/2 cups Lemon cream cheese frosting is a fuss-free way to add extra flavor and tang to a classic dessert topping.Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Perspiration removes excess body heat, which could otherwise lead to harmful overheating.Katharina Fuchs, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Working in batches, place grated potatoes and onion in a kitchen towel; squeeze firmly over a medium bowl to remove excess liquid.Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024
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The three players have teamed up to speed development of what are expected to be eco-friendly housing towers whose energy would be powered by surplus heat from nearby data centers.George Avalos, The Mercury News, 23 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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Some of the delegates were struggling to pay rent in cramped apartments; others owned spacious homes with many spare rooms.Nick Romeo, The New Yorker, 31 Dec. 2024
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Before investing in a new scooter, check if the manufacturer offers spare parts or can service your scooter if any issues arise.Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 29 Dec. 2024
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By avoiding unnecessary complexity and overhead that can divert attention from customers' needs, your business can be responsive and proactive in delivering quick resolutions and personalized service.Petr Marek, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The table is unnecessary for some, but according to Parade, some believe adding a table to the equation could help a person find the love of their life.Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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