adjuncts

noun

Definition of adjunctsnext
plural of adjunct
1
as in assistants
a person who helps a more skilled person serving as an adjunct to the congressional delegation on its fact-finding mission

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2
as in options
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment you can spend a lot on camera accessories, but this nifty little battery recharger is the one adjunct that will pay for itself

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  1. options
  2. aides
  3. accessories
  4. appliances
Noun
  • All the top options are off the board.
    Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • One of their best options just so happens to have spent 2024 with another team in the American League West.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of options
Noun
  • While the top-level resignations from the Adams administration have come amid scandal and allegations of corruption, the beneficial outcome for Adams and the city has been the elevation of several outstanding aides as replacements.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Many of your lawyers have been sanctioned, disciplined or disbarred, the courts ruled against you, and dozens of your own White House, administration, and campaign aides testified against you.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of aides
Noun
  • Any toy with small pieces, like dolls' accessories or Legos, can present a choking and aspiration hazard, especially for toddlers.
    Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Snap Flow Note and its accessories transform note-taking into an artistic ritual, seamlessly blending functionality with self-expression.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of accessories
Noun
  • You can be alerted if one of your kids left the refrigerator door open, or if there’s a mechanical issue with one of your appliances.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The top sub-sectors were technology hardware, petroleum, and household appliances, while consumer durables, household products, and non-ferrous metals were the worst.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of appliances
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