left·over
ˈleft-ˌō-vər 
1
: something that remains unused or unconsumed
especially
: leftover food served at a later meal
—usually used in plural
2
: an anachronistic survival : vestige
: not consumed or used
leftover food
leftover space
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Noun
Are we having leftovers again?
The law is a leftover from earlier times.
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Craig Ruff, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
One name is off the list, so the Cubs move down and try to sort out between the leftovers.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
This is also a good time to put away leftover ingredients.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
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Noun
How To Store Or Freeze Slow-Cooker Cowboy Casserole Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
—Craig Ruff, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
One name is off the list, so the Cubs move down and try to sort out between the leftovers.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Black ice is a transparent, thin coat of ice that forms on pavement from leftover moisture in freezing temperatures.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
This is also a good time to put away leftover ingredients.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Leftover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leftover. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
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