as in unnecessary
not needed by the circumstances or to accomplish an end
money's tight, so we'll have to skip nonessential purchases
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as in extravagance
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Recent Examples of nonessential
Jim Deloach, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Next, the city must act now to impose a moratorium on nonessential helicopter flights from these heliports.
—Eric Katzman, New York Daily News, 25 May 2025
On Wednesday, two sources confirmed Darcy’s reporting to Vulture, saying multiple WBD division leaders had now told their teams to halt any travel that’s not imperative, rein in overtime spending, and freeze nonessential expense-account spending.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
But other Democrats have argued that triggering a government shutdown might help Trump dismantle the federal government by giving him authority to determine which government employees are deemed essential and nonessential.
—arkansasonline.com, 13 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
With a focus on the customer (or end user, if applicable), eliminating nonessential tasks and taking time out of a process can reduce costs without sacrificing quality.
—Jim Deloach, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Next, the city must act now to impose a moratorium on nonessential helicopter flights from these heliports.
—Eric Katzman, New York Daily News, 25 May 2025
On Wednesday, two sources confirmed Darcy’s reporting to Vulture, saying multiple WBD division leaders had now told their teams to halt any travel that’s not imperative, rein in overtime spending, and freeze nonessential expense-account spending.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
But other Democrats have argued that triggering a government shutdown might help Trump dismantle the federal government by giving him authority to determine which government employees are deemed essential and nonessential.
—arkansasonline.com, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonessential
Adjective
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Without a clear roadmap, friendship breakups often feel ambiguous, or sometimes lead to unnecessary hurt.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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These unnecessary burdens slow them down, drain their energy, and keep them from reaching their next level.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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For many Black people, having a tailor is not an extravagance, but a necessity.—
Tariro Mzezewa,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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For years, city officials have treated lawns as a wasteful extravagance.—
Edward Ring,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Adding to the intrigue is how the action never really leaves the confines of the ER, so extras that appeared in the beginning of the series can be seen in the background by the season finale.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
12 June 2025
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The Bombers rallied for three runs in the top of the seventh inning to force extras, where the game was suspended due to heavy rain.—
Greg Dudek,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2025
Noun
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The images aren’t only stripped of superfluities; they’re hermetically sealed off from anything that could impinge from offscreen ...—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
25 Dec. 2024
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The images aren’t only stripped of superfluities; they’re hermetically sealed off from anything that could impinge from offscreen, from the world at large.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Palomo, the 10-year-old Spanish luxury brand which has been primarily menswear, is shaking things up, most notably with the launch of womenswear for resort 2026.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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The whole trip will contain exclusive experiences, expert guides, and exciting surprises, along with a mix of luxury and sustainability.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Everyday costs add up quickly, and having a clear financial checkpoint helps ensure that both necessities and indulgences can be covered.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Finally, adopt the 80/20 rule, which focuses on eating healthy 80% of the time while allowing some flexibility for occasional indulgences the other 20%.—
Leigh Morgan,
Quartz,
2 June 2025
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“Nonessential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonessential. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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