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
Duffy's attack on California's waiver was probably superfluous—his boss already issued an executive order doing just that upon being sworn in as president earlier this month.
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Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 29 Jan. 2025
No outside superfluous distractions should be tolerated.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
Gone are the days of superfluous hero ball from No. 17.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2025
The interface is clean and straightforward, without many superfluous apps or features.
—PCMAG, 13 Jan. 2025
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Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 29 Jan. 2025
No outside superfluous distractions should be tolerated.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
Gone are the days of superfluous hero ball from No. 17.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2025
The interface is clean and straightforward, without many superfluous apps or features.
—PCMAG, 13 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for superfluous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for superfluous
Adjective
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The Cubs also believe the 6-foot-4 defender can be a backup shortstop and an extra outfielder.—
Patrick Mooney,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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At the top of the range, GT-Line S can be had with a heat pump for an extra £900 at £43,895 ($56,700).—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But if those tariffs are later reversed, they could be left with excess inventory.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The mask’s thin sides also ensure excess pressure isn’t concentrated on your temples.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Today, that’s not a win as night power is cheaper, but soon mid-day power is going to be the cheapest, coming from surplus solar power.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Along with the operating budget plan, Pritzker proposed a variety of initiatives, including a $500 million plan to make surplus state properties more attractive for private business development and investment.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Shortages of spare parts have shut down half of combat vehicles.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2025
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Invariably someone else in a suit—a Wall Street trader or salesman—would offer me a spare ticket.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This phrase prevents unnecessary detours while making the person feel heard.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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O'Brien then, himself, promised not to waste time — with an unnecessary musical number about not wasting time!—
Lindsay Kimble,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Superfluous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superfluous. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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