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as in accidental
happening by chance
an incidental meeting of two ships in the middle of the Atlantic
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2
as in minor
lacking importance
we still have to work out a few incidental details, but the proposal is largely complete
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as in nonessential
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Recent Examples of incidental
Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
The incidentals allowance for travel to any location is $5 per day, Mr. Russell said.
—Yan Zhuang, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 28 June 2025
Each of these areas is a popular beach destination, increasing the chances of incidental encounters between people and sharks.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
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Adjective
Select one qualifying airline to receive up to $200 back per year on baggage fees and other incidentals.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
The incidentals allowance for travel to any location is $5 per day, Mr. Russell said.
—Yan Zhuang, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
Significant policy changes that have a tangential or incidental budgetary impact are subject to 60-vote point-of-order objections.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 28 June 2025
Each of these areas is a popular beach destination, increasing the chances of incidental encounters between people and sharks.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incidental
Adjective
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Despite suspicions of foul play from both U.S. and Zambian officials, local police declared Bianca’s death the result of an accidental discharge of a firearm.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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Today, even minor missteps—whether accidental or intentional—can rapidly escalate, leading to public crises that damage reputations and erode the trust organizations have worked hard to build.—
Maria Trochimezuk,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The club insisted Isak was left behind because of a minor thigh problem but The Athletic reported on Thursday sources, speaking anonymously as they were not authorised to do so publicly, indicated the forward favoured being omitted amid his uncertain future.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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More Songs is, in effect, Eno’s debut as a capital-P producer, notwithstanding some minor early efforts and, of course, David Bowie’s landmark sessions for Low and Heroes.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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Beyond providing an invitation for music-curious Austinites to come explore the clubs, the festival offers a lifeline to musicians and venues during the slow summer season, when small clubs that support emerging artists face some of their greatest challenges.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and garlic and mix well.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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There would also be full-day sessions just focused on filler pieces to close up any gaps, which were usually just free-handed by the artist.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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Coffee Ice Cubes: As mentioned, the Erin Rose uses a soft-serve machine to freeze all the ingredients, which means there’s no filler ice.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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With their upper minor league depth worn thin, the Braves’ called on 19-year-old Didier Fuentes, who had little experience above A ball.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The shoulder straps can even be tied into little bows and adjusted for a custom fit.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The surprise deal will see Sky becoming New Zealand’s dominant TV media player by acquiring 100% of the shares in Discovery NZ from Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, a subsidiary of WBD, on a cash-free, debt-free basis.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
22 July 2025
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The viral audio dates back to a January 2024 advertisement by low-cost British airline Jet2, which offers holiday packages through its subsidiary Jet2holiday.—
Luke Chinman,
People.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Mostly cloudy, with a low around 84. July 18: A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 11am.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
15 July 2025
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There is a slight risk of excessive rainfall across most of east Central Florida.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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Since the first official World Series in 1903 – which the Red Sox won, by the way – there have been 67 Fall Classic contests have gone to extras, including eight with the Red Sox (5-3).—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
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This press has a simple design with no unnecessary extras.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 July 2025
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“Incidental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incidental. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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