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residual

[ri-zij-oo-uhl] / rɪˈzɪdʒ u əl /


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Hundreds of "residual" contents - unwanted by both Carr and the former owners - were sold at auction on Sunday.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

However, as long as Gulf shipping, regional exports and broader geopolitical tensions remain below full normalization, “some residual risk premium” in oil prices is likely to persist even if volatility continues to decline, he added.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

Instead, they contribute to a residual energy of spacetime.

From Science Daily Jun. 18, 2026

However, after a long club season residual fatigue is a factor at any tournament, but particularly one played in roasting temperatures.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

“We cover your residual leg with this first,” he says, “because it makes it much easier to remove the cast.”

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

The pending contract will improve AI protections, streaming residuals and merge SAG and AFTRA’s pension plans.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

In 2012 he faced a class-action suit from performers and staffers on “Comics Unleashed” who alleged they were not paid residuals or reimbursed for travel and other expenses.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 8, 2026

Acting residuals trickled in and helped cover basic expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

Some sticking points in negotiations were the Guild’s desire for increased residuals for streaming content and more safeguards against the use of artificial intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal May 3, 2026

I’m glad to have your contact information should any residuals come in.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko




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