1
as in derivative
taken or created from something original or basic
history textbooks are secondary sources for historical information and do not represent original research
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2
as in minor
of little or less value or merit
we need to focus on getting the groceries bought and the rent paid—everything else is secondary
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as in dependent
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Recent Examples of secondary
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2025
At least that unit has a leader, which is more than what can be said about Miami’s secondary, especially once Jalen Ramsey is moved, on or after June 1.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
John Laghezza, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the biggest needs on the roster currently is help in the defensive secondary.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The American wine industry, meanwhile, could suffer in the face of any sort of trade war—which could lead to a massive boom on the secondary market.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2025
At least that unit has a leader, which is more than what can be said about Miami’s secondary, especially once Jalen Ramsey is moved, on or after June 1.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
Noun
Matthews has an excellent four-seam fastball with two devastating secondaries — slider and changeup.
—John Laghezza, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the biggest needs on the roster currently is help in the defensive secondary.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for secondary
Adjective
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By comparison, when Tesla was incorporated in Delaware, a shareholder who held just nine shares of Tesla stock was the plaintiff in a shareholder derivative suit that resulted in a judge ordering CEO Elon Musk’s 2018 CEO compensation package to be rescinded, Lipton noted.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
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Financial markets throbbed with a panoply of new financial institutions — hedge funds — trading new financial instruments — derivative securities — the values of which were tied to still other financial instruments like home mortgages.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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In total, 27 people were taken to the hospital, including two with serious injuries, and 20 others were treated at the scene for minor injuries, according to Dave Kitchin of North West Ambulance Service.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
27 May 2025
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Troopers said the two boys were hospitalized with minor injuries.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Older Americans up to age 64, rather than 54, who are able-bodied and without dependents would need to work or engage in the community programs for 80 hours a month.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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To cut spending, the package would impose new work requirements for many people who receive health care through Medicaid, with able-bodied adults without dependents needing to fulfill 80 hours a month on a job or in other community activities.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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The Dream had more second-chance points and won the turnover margin, compensating for their inferior 3-point shooting.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Since its establishment by the 1947 National Security Act, the agency’s intelligence collection, analysis and foresight have proven inferior to that of The New York Times at a tiny fraction of the cost.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Her subordinates were transferred to the inspection division, Congress was told.—
Charlie Savage,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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The police chief of the North Bergen Police Department in New Jersey will be sued by five subordinates after being accused of turning the department into a den of debauchery.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Fisher, the No. 25 prospect in the Class of 2025, helped lead IMG Academy to its first appearance in the girls’ Chipotle Nationals championship as a junior in 2024.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
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Wong was third with a 70 as a junior, fourth with a 74 as sophomore and tied for fourth with a 71 as a freshman.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Everything inland of the mean high tide line can be considered private, but as beaches erode and sea levels rise, that line becomes a moving target, Willis said.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
16 May 2025
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And then finally, the cuts to snap are just mean and cruel.—
Obed Manuel,
NPR,
14 May 2025
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The issue is not that his subject continues to be queerness after exploring that idea in both Rothaniel and Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Online tutors who side hustle help students with subjects like reading or math, some online and some face-to-face.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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“Secondary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secondary. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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