as in auxiliary
available to supply something extra when needed
an accessorial service, such as packing, will add substantially to the moving company's basic fee
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Recent Examples of accessorial
If accessorial or conspiracy charges plausibly can be lodged against those people, they should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
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Andrew Clark, Indianapolis Star, 25 Jan. 2018
Andrew Clark, Indianapolis Star, 25 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessorial
Adjective
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At this stage of his career, Hicks will have been part of many ceremonies; ordination as a deacon and then a priest, consecration as an auxiliary bishop and installation as bishop in Joliet, Illinois.—
Tony Aiello,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Bell-Johnson’s first trial was held in Tarrant County’s auxiliary court known as the In Custody Court.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated February 4,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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More than 25 additional people were injured during the attack in the small mountain town.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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This story has been updated with additional information.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Our daughter and her husband invited us to build an accessory dwelling unit on their property.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Giving a worn accessory new life brings a sense of satisfaction while keeping it out of the landfill.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Despite these challenges, petalite is emerging as a promising supplementary resource to help diversify lithium supply chains and support long-term energy transition goals.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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State lawmakers have set up potential supplementary funding from a car rental fee and oil and gas companies.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Accessorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessorial. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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