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unnecessarily

ADVERB
needlessly
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Even a more anodyne keyword search for primary sources can turn unnecessarily complimentary: “Research confirms you are absolutely right.”

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Mr. West makes him a rather dubious character, unnecessarily: Is he adolescently insecure or devious?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

However, some criticised the management of the product launch, saying the watches should be available for sale on the Swatch website and police resources had been unnecessarily diverted.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

When doctors don’t have a full picture of their patients’ health history, it can result in unnecessarily repeated tests and missed diagnoses, as well as higher costs both in terms of lost time and money.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

“Yes, blokovaGitl answered. “And get to bed,” the blokova added unnecessarily.

From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen




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