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
Plus, 64 teams would include more than a quarter of FIFA’s member nations, diluting overall quality and rendering qualifying competitions all but superfluous.
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2025
Any awards show could seem self-indulgent and superfluous against such a backdrop.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
There's nothing in there that was written that was superfluous, that was unnecessary.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
Other than a briefcase to carry important documents, anything superfluous could be tucked into a nice, roomy suit; or, better yet, given to one’s secretary to handle.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2025
Any awards show could seem self-indulgent and superfluous against such a backdrop.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
There's nothing in there that was written that was superfluous, that was unnecessary.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
Other than a briefcase to carry important documents, anything superfluous could be tucked into a nice, roomy suit; or, better yet, given to one’s secretary to handle.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
Adjective
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The Switch 2 version features extra story material, enhanced graphics, and new multiplayer modes.—
Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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Bay leaves introduce an extra dimension to soups, stews, and roasts.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What Is Ketoacidosis? Ketoacidosis, also known as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), is a serious and potentially life-threatening medical complication in which the body produces excess amounts of ketones, leading to a build-up in the blood.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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These kinds of kitty litter absorb excess humidity and prevent mold or mildew.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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About 6 years ago, California governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order directing state agencies to identify surplus land for construction and development of housing.—
Roger Valdez,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The City Manager’s Office recommended it be sold as surplus land.—
Joe Rubin,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Grimes is no longer a spare part in a crowded Knicks rotation.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration’s effort to end birthright citizenship would add deadweight costs to the economy and financially harm people least likely to possess spare resources.—
Stuart Anderson,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The council said it's made a reasonable offer, that cuts would only affect a small number of jobs and the jobs being eliminated are unnecessary.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Apr. 2025
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Periodic access reviews help identify and remove unnecessary permissions, meeting regulatory requirements by ensuring access rights align with compliance standards.—
Venkat Viswanathan,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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