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as in residue
a remaining group or portion
They tested for chemical residuals in the water.
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as in reminder
a lingering indication of something from the past
Some modern traditions are residuals of ancient beliefs and rituals.
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as in lingering
still existing or happening after something is completed or removed
The oven was still warm with residual heat. The area is still dealing with the residual effects of the flood.
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Recent Examples of residual
Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
When the deal was made, SAG-AFTRA claimed the streaming bonus would bring in up to $40 million a year in additional residuals for actors.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Jan. 2025
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2025
The total costs include $80 million for the residual line, with San Diego assuming about 89% of the cost, and $101.3 million for the East Mission Gorge force main rehabilitation project, with the East County JPA assuming about 60% of the cost.
—Gary Warth, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
But to release it as a single on Spotify, getting literally tens of pennies in streaming residuals for your love?
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
When the deal was made, SAG-AFTRA claimed the streaming bonus would bring in up to $40 million a year in additional residuals for actors.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
According to master distiller Elizabeth McCall, there was some residual distillate left in the receiving tanks of the pot still.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2025
The total costs include $80 million for the residual line, with San Diego assuming about 89% of the cost, and $101.3 million for the East Mission Gorge force main rehabilitation project, with the East County JPA assuming about 60% of the cost.
—Gary Warth, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for residual
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For instance, a 2018 study analyzed organic residues from a mummy’s wrappings with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and found that the wrappings were saturated with a mixture of plant oil, an aromatic plant extract, a gum or sugar, and heated conifer resin.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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Use a wet cloth to remove as much dirt, debris and any residues first, followed by thoroughly drying the stairs with a separate cloth.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2025
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The panel closed with a reminder that success isn’t just about individual achievement but also about building meaningful relationships.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2025
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Forecasting stock swings in the short term is a mug's game, so the recent stock declines provide a reminder to keep enough safe assets to fund short-term liabilities.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Meghan Markle is still holding onto a remnant of her Suits era.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
3 Mar. 2025
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This leaves a stellar remnant with between one and two times the mass of the sun condensed into a width of around 12 miles (20 kilometers).—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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But in this article, the focus is on the power of women’s empowerment, how uplifting women is not only shaping travel and conservation but also creating a lasting effect for local communities.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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There's a reason that Lamar Odom has had such a lasting effect on Khloé Kardashian's life nearly a decade after their split.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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After the artifacts are documented and restored, they are slated to be put on display at the Luxor Museum.—
Francesca Aton,
ARTnews.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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Backfill into the crater was full of artifacts, many of which are still being examined.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Residual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residual. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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