as in derivation
something that naturally develops or is developed from something else
hydrogen is one by-product of that chemical reaction
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Recent Examples of by-product
Mental mistakes are often a natural by-product of a flexible, adaptive mind.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Left untreated, amino acid metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of toxic by-products or a deficiency of essential nutrients.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
As a by-product, the plasma balls generated shock waves that traveled through the surrounding hydrogen.
—Jayson Stewart, IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
Lignin, a by-product that accounts for 15% to 35% of wood, is produced during paper and biofuel manufacturing.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 1 Mar. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Left untreated, amino acid metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of toxic by-products or a deficiency of essential nutrients.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
As a by-product, the plasma balls generated shock waves that traveled through the surrounding hydrogen.
—Jayson Stewart, IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
Lignin, a by-product that accounts for 15% to 35% of wood, is produced during paper and biofuel manufacturing.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 1 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for by-product
Recent Examples of Synonyms for by-product
Noun
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The chances are that language switching isn’t necessarily active for the chain-of-thought derivations.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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One focus of the program will be on work related to organic matter in the early stages of consideration as alternatives for design and manufacturing—things like algae, mycelium, and derivations of living organisms like insects—as structure for bioplastics, textiles, and pigment.—
Angelica Villa,
ARTnews.com,
30 Sep. 2024
Noun
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Sodium hyaluronate, a derivative of hyaluronic acid, is the star ingredient paired with glycerin and vitamin E to help skin retain moisture, minimize fine lines, and quell dryness.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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Hormone therapy’s rocky history Hormone therapy using estrogen alone or a combination of estrogen and progestin, a synthetic derivative of progesterone, restores estrogen levels and effectively treats menopausal symptoms.—
Matthew Nudy,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With unique enough lore and a unique style, Saxon avoids making a derivate fable.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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This, combined with new and streamlined venues for retail investors to participate in the growing demand for a variety of spot, derivate, and synthetic funds and indices is set to continue push crypto ETF access to new heights.—
Lawrence Wintermeyer,
Forbes,
17 Oct. 2024
Noun
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The Webb telescope observations could have occurred by chance or could be the result of previously unknown chemical processes at work on K2-18b.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Friday’s result provided further clarity on the Heat’s draft pick situation.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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What are the essential products in your nighttime routine?—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, the focus on sustainability remains crucial, as consumers increasingly demand eco-conscious products amidst growing environmental regulations.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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“By-product.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/by-product. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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