ancillary

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HOA fees are ancillary housing costs, along with property taxes and home insurance, that all add to homeowners’ monthly expenses.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

"The movie has strong ancillary business, merchandising, and theme park potential, and it's going to be very profitable."

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

“These industry shifts have directly reduced box office revenues and related ancillary revenues, including food and beverage sales,” the company stated in its bankruptcy filing.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

The costs of the shutdown and its practical consequences were ancillary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

You will be able to use that side for all the ancillary purposes connected with farming; and do a great deal in the way of expert assistance.

From Another Sheaf by Galsworthy, John