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auxiliary

[awg-zil-yuh-ree, -zil-uh-] / ɔgˈzɪl yə ri, -ˈzɪl ə- /




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We must support new and expanded Ph.D. programs, as well as auxiliary assistance with professional development and research.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The Vatican announced the nomination of Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, 55, currently an auxiliary bishop in Washington, to the diocese of Wheeling-Charleston in the poor mountainous state of West Virginia.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

He added that France's partners would also share in the development of "auxiliary" capacities under the new nuclear doctrine: space-based alarm systems; air defence to shoot down incoming drones and missiles; and long-range missiles.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

A recent study in the Journal of Hepatology describes the first successful auxiliary liver xenotransplant from a genetically engineered pig into a living human.

From Science Daily • Dec. 7, 2025

The ladies’ auxiliary of the Rotary Club canceled the azalea contest which was to be held in the gymnasium of the high school.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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