as in derivation
something that naturally develops or is developed from something else
hydrogen is one by-product of that chemical reaction
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Recent Examples of by-product
Tallow isn’t the only cattle by-product used in skincare that has serious environmental consequences.
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Sam Delgado, Vox, 17 Mar. 2025
Mental mistakes are often a natural by-product of a flexible, adaptive mind.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Left untreated, amino acid metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of toxic by-products or a deficiency of essential nutrients.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
As a by-product, the plasma balls generated shock waves that traveled through the surrounding hydrogen.
—Jayson Stewart, IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
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Sam Delgado, Vox, 17 Mar. 2025
Mental mistakes are often a natural by-product of a flexible, adaptive mind.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Left untreated, amino acid metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of toxic by-products or a deficiency of essential nutrients.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
As a by-product, the plasma balls generated shock waves that traveled through the surrounding hydrogen.
—Jayson Stewart, IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for by-product
Noun
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The chances are that language switching isn’t necessarily active for the chain-of-thought derivations.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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But just keep in mind that is the derivation of the three-point shot.—
Ryan Canfield,
Fox News,
30 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Because the substances are synthetic derivatives of a hemp product and not marijuana, state law does not cover its prohibition to anyone.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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Compute the function’s first and second derivatives at that point.—
Kevin Hartnett,
Quanta Magazine,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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With unique enough lore and a unique style, Saxon avoids making a derivate fable.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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The weed contains two psoralen derivates that can darken sick upon exposure to UV light.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Nov. 2024
Noun
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The result was one of the most transformative kitchen appliances in history, not because of new technology but because someone recognized an everyday problem—slow, inefficient cooking—applied a seemingly unrelated observation, and created a solution.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Waiting until the time is right can improve the result and increase the longevity of your paint.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Architectural Digest may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.—
Bettina Schneuer,
Architectural Digest,
29 Mar. 2025
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When cleaning any of your pet’s belongings, avoid the use of scented products, including detergents, stain treatments, and odor-eliminating sprays or powders.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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“By-product.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/by-product. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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