as in extra
being over what is needed
a third, supernumerary witness to the signing of the will
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as in walk-on
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Recent Examples of supernumerary
Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025
The supernumerary robotic leg is more autonomous, able to assist with several different human gaits at a brisk walk and add as much as 84 watts of power.
—Evan Ackerman, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2020
Victoria Petrovich’s set was minimal but useful, but some of Rosie Glen-Lambert’s direction struck me as wrong-headed, nowhere more so than in a supernumerary robot’s contemplation of male reproductive parts.
—Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2024
But the Honda Super Cub’s larger-than-life origin story and supernumerary achievements earn it entry into our list because this pint-sized scoot is nothing short of a two-wheeled legend.
—Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2024
The Lucid Air launched to supernumerary acclaim, boasting nearly four-figure horsepower and over 500 miles of range.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2023
Biopsy and excision of this mass confirmed the presence of a functional supernumerary nipple.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2017
The early appointment of Blackwood was necessary because Rich went on supernumerary status, or retirement status, before the term ended.
—Mike Cason | McAson@al.com, al, 30 Dec. 2022
Touching my face with my supernumerary hand: a cheeky illusion.
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 13 Apr. 2012
Scott Cantrell, Dallas News, 30 Mar. 2023
One of West Hartford’s earlier patrol officers, Martin McCue, started as a part-time supernumerary in 1929 and became a full-time officer a year later.
—Don Stacom, courant.com, 12 Nov. 2020
As reported by ITV News, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and King Felipe VI of Spain are being invested as supernumerary, or Stranger Knights of the Garter by Queen Elizabeth in this year's ceremony.
—Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 June 2019
Aside from work and travel, Mrs. Gradet was an extra — or supernumerary — in several productions of the Baltimore Opera, along with her husband and children.
—Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 20 May 2018
Broken into six-hour installments spaced out over two weeks, the hallucinatory concert extravaganza is being custom tailored, with local musicians, guest artists and glittery supernumeraries brought in for the occasion.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 14 Mar. 2018
History will be merciless to them, but how much fun to watch them reduced to thunderstruck supernumeraries in real time.
—Frank Rich, Daily Intelligencer, 13 Sep. 2017
Adjective
That’s quite a bit of digitalization for a car that proudly clings to such a traditionalist trope as a supernumerary cylinder count; even Ferrari’s new range-topping, $3.9 million F80 hybrid sports only six cylinders.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025
The supernumerary robotic leg is more autonomous, able to assist with several different human gaits at a brisk walk and add as much as 84 watts of power.
—Evan Ackerman, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2020
Victoria Petrovich’s set was minimal but useful, but some of Rosie Glen-Lambert’s direction struck me as wrong-headed, nowhere more so than in a supernumerary robot’s contemplation of male reproductive parts.
—Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2024
But the Honda Super Cub’s larger-than-life origin story and supernumerary achievements earn it entry into our list because this pint-sized scoot is nothing short of a two-wheeled legend.
—Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2024
The Lucid Air launched to supernumerary acclaim, boasting nearly four-figure horsepower and over 500 miles of range.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2023
Biopsy and excision of this mass confirmed the presence of a functional supernumerary nipple.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2017
The early appointment of Blackwood was necessary because Rich went on supernumerary status, or retirement status, before the term ended.
—Mike Cason | McAson@al.com, al, 30 Dec. 2022
Touching my face with my supernumerary hand: a cheeky illusion.
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 13 Apr. 2012
Noun
Scenes are often crowded with supernumeraries.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas News, 30 Mar. 2023
One of West Hartford’s earlier patrol officers, Martin McCue, started as a part-time supernumerary in 1929 and became a full-time officer a year later.
—Don Stacom, courant.com, 12 Nov. 2020
As reported by ITV News, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and King Felipe VI of Spain are being invested as supernumerary, or Stranger Knights of the Garter by Queen Elizabeth in this year's ceremony.
—Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 June 2019
Aside from work and travel, Mrs. Gradet was an extra — or supernumerary — in several productions of the Baltimore Opera, along with her husband and children.
—Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 20 May 2018
Broken into six-hour installments spaced out over two weeks, the hallucinatory concert extravaganza is being custom tailored, with local musicians, guest artists and glittery supernumeraries brought in for the occasion.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 14 Mar. 2018
History will be merciless to them, but how much fun to watch them reduced to thunderstruck supernumeraries in real time.
—Frank Rich, Daily Intelligencer, 13 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernumerary
Adjective
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Utah was leading 3-2 with under two minutes to play when the Sabres pulled their goalie for an extra attacker.—
Matthew Fairburn,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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The soft removable padded cups add extra support, while the lightweight fabric is comfy and breathable for all-day wear.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Bruins enjoyed that sort of bonanza in their NCAA tournament opener Thursday night, withstanding an injury scare to Aday Mara to win so comfortably that walk-on Jack Seidler was able to dribble out the final seconds to cheers inside Rupp Arena.—
Austin Knoblauch,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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This all creates a math problem for the two dozen walk-ons on the roster.—
Pete Sampson,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Gleaners seeks senior volunteers Volunteers are needed to help Senior Gleaners of San Diego County, a volunteer group that harvests surplus fruit and vegetables from gardens and fields to donate to local nonprofits helping people in need.—
Encinitas Advocate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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As a result, surplus office space may need to be repurposed as housing and for other uses.—
Brian D. Taylor,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Ward said this would align correction officers’ duties with that of police officers in the event of excess force.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2025
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Shake out excess dirt or debris in the backyard or spray it down with a hose to eliminate any spots.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Each feeding globe is housed within its own metal ring, with wide openings for easy filling and cleaning, and the set even includes spare solar caps and feeding ports for many seasons of use.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
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The ship is capable of delivering ammunition, provisions, stores, spare parts, potable water and petroleum products to aircraft carrier groups and other naval forces, serving as a shuttle ship or station ship.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The 2 Broke Girls alum also shared that Allen loves to make the crew and his costars laugh.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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More than a decade later, Stiller now counts Swift’s beau as a costar.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Supernumerary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernumerary. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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