as in extra
being over what is needed
a third, supernumerary witness to the signing of the will
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as in walk-on
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Recent Examples of supernumerary
Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2024
But the Honda Super Cub’s larger-than-life origin story and supernumerary achievements earn it entry into our list because this pint-sized scoot is nothing short of a two-wheeled legend.
—Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2024
The Lucid Air launched to supernumerary acclaim, boasting nearly four-figure horsepower and over 500 miles of range.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2023
Biopsy and excision of this mass confirmed the presence of a functional supernumerary nipple.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2017
The early appointment of Blackwood was necessary because Rich went on supernumerary status, or retirement status, before the term ended.
—Mike Cason | McAson@al.com, al, 30 Dec. 2022
Touching my face with my supernumerary hand: a cheeky illusion.
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 13 Apr. 2012
The number of companions is limited to 24, although supernumerary members do not count towards this total.
—Katie Campione, PEOPLE.com, 31 Dec. 2021
Because this mutation is often removed very early in life, there have been few chances to research what benefits being polydactyl may afford those with supernumerary fingers (SF).
—Daisy Hernandez, Popular Mechanics, 14 June 2019
Scott Cantrell, Dallas News, 30 Mar. 2023
One of West Hartford’s earlier patrol officers, Martin McCue, started as a part-time supernumerary in 1929 and became a full-time officer a year later.
—Don Stacom, courant.com, 12 Nov. 2020
As reported by ITV News, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and King Felipe VI of Spain are being invested as supernumerary, or Stranger Knights of the Garter by Queen Elizabeth in this year's ceremony.
—Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 June 2019
Aside from work and travel, Mrs. Gradet was an extra — or supernumerary — in several productions of the Baltimore Opera, along with her husband and children.
—Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 20 May 2018
Broken into six-hour installments spaced out over two weeks, the hallucinatory concert extravaganza is being custom tailored, with local musicians, guest artists and glittery supernumeraries brought in for the occasion.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 14 Mar. 2018
History will be merciless to them, but how much fun to watch them reduced to thunderstruck supernumeraries in real time.
—Frank Rich, Daily Intelligencer, 13 Sep. 2017
Adjective
Victoria Petrovich’s set was minimal but useful, but some of Rosie Glen-Lambert’s direction struck me as wrong-headed, nowhere more so than in a supernumerary robot’s contemplation of male reproductive parts.
—Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2024
But the Honda Super Cub’s larger-than-life origin story and supernumerary achievements earn it entry into our list because this pint-sized scoot is nothing short of a two-wheeled legend.
—Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2024
The Lucid Air launched to supernumerary acclaim, boasting nearly four-figure horsepower and over 500 miles of range.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2023
Biopsy and excision of this mass confirmed the presence of a functional supernumerary nipple.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2017
The early appointment of Blackwood was necessary because Rich went on supernumerary status, or retirement status, before the term ended.
—Mike Cason | McAson@al.com, al, 30 Dec. 2022
Touching my face with my supernumerary hand: a cheeky illusion.
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 13 Apr. 2012
The number of companions is limited to 24, although supernumerary members do not count towards this total.
—Katie Campione, PEOPLE.com, 31 Dec. 2021
Because this mutation is often removed very early in life, there have been few chances to research what benefits being polydactyl may afford those with supernumerary fingers (SF).
—Daisy Hernandez, Popular Mechanics, 14 June 2019
Noun
Scenes are often crowded with supernumeraries.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas News, 30 Mar. 2023
One of West Hartford’s earlier patrol officers, Martin McCue, started as a part-time supernumerary in 1929 and became a full-time officer a year later.
—Don Stacom, courant.com, 12 Nov. 2020
As reported by ITV News, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and King Felipe VI of Spain are being invested as supernumerary, or Stranger Knights of the Garter by Queen Elizabeth in this year's ceremony.
—Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 June 2019
Aside from work and travel, Mrs. Gradet was an extra — or supernumerary — in several productions of the Baltimore Opera, along with her husband and children.
—Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 20 May 2018
Broken into six-hour installments spaced out over two weeks, the hallucinatory concert extravaganza is being custom tailored, with local musicians, guest artists and glittery supernumeraries brought in for the occasion.
—Charles McNulty, latimes.com, 14 Mar. 2018
History will be merciless to them, but how much fun to watch them reduced to thunderstruck supernumeraries in real time.
—Frank Rich, Daily Intelligencer, 13 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernumerary
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All that extra water requires removal for products like tomato paste, however, resulting in extra energy, financial, and time costs.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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And while Black Friday deals are available to all Amazon customers, Prime members often get extra perks, like early access to select deals – sometimes up to 30 minutes ahead of the general public.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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When the walk-ons joined the previous season, the team began filming a documentary, which is ongoing.Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
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Along the way, the former walk-on has emerged as the Big Ten leader with 6.4 solo tackles per game as the Bruins (2-5 overall, 1-4 Big Ten) prepare to face Nebraska (5-3, 2-3) on Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
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The filing also details various financial agreements, including a surplus note issued by Vidalia Re and a revolving credit facility with a syndicate of commercial banks.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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The United States has obligingly shipped hundreds of surplus M-2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles in order to keep the 47th Mechanized Brigade’s assault battalions fully equipped with modern vehicles despite those battalions suffering heavy losses.David Axe, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Historically, the Salton Sea has relied on agricultural runoff from nearby farms in the Imperial Valley for much of its water, as farmers used Colorado River water to irrigate crops, and the excess runoff would flow into the lake.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Don’t worry, there’s a relatively easy and quick fix that will help soak up the excess liquid: Make a slurry of flour or cornstarch in liquid (broth or water) to help thicken it up and then cook it for a bit longer.Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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Texture was never Eastwood’s strong point; his films have mainly been stark and spare, with a sense of style that can nearly be defined as an abstinence from style.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2024
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The watch comes with its full bracelet and a spare bezel piece, along with a certificate of origin from Vacheron Constantin.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
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Ian McShane is still mourning the loss of his fellow John Wick costar Lance Reddick, who died last year at age 60.EW.com, EW.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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The trio chatted about the RHONJ cast’s growing friction and the division between costars Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga.Charna Flam, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Supernumerary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernumerary. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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