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ancillary

[an-suh-ler-ee, an-sil-uh-ree] / ˈæn səˌlɛr i, ænˈsɪl ə ri /


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Plans are in the works for a variety of unique, ancillary creations including a 15-second slide that mimics the path of reentry as a space shuttle descends back into Earth’s atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

The airline group said Nordic Leisure Travel Group offers hotels, flights, and ancillary services but has limited access to airline capacity beyond its own operations.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 16, 2026

Agranoff said the ability for such moments to spread via social media helped make the dinner an “it” occasion and fueled the fire for more ancillary events.

From MarketWatch Apr. 24, 2026

Revenue should increase industrywide, reaching $270 billion, thanks to higher fares and ancillary charges.

From Barron's Apr. 12, 2026

And having furnished his mind with no small degree of the ancillary knowledge of learning, he began to think upon the study of divinity in view for the ministry.

From Biographia Scoticana (Scots Worthies) A Brief Historical Account of the Lives, Characters, and Memorable Transactions of the Most Eminent Scots Worthies by Howie, John

There were huge ancillaries at stake, including a big new TV contract to be negotiated next year.

From Washington Post Apr. 1, 2023

Still BG’s salary for half a year’s work puts her in the top 5% of U.S. earners, not counting ancillaries.

From Los Angeles Times May 14, 2022

Through our Community Hubs, instructors can upload their own materials or download resources to use in their own courses, including additional ancillaries, teaching material, multimedia, and relevant course content.

From Textbooks Dec. 21, 2021

On June 22, 2016, Harris Corp. received $1.7 billion for "radios, ancillaries, spare parts and services."

From Salon Aug. 22, 2021

Of these 67, 32 were pottery vessels and 12 were ceramic ancillaries.

From Mohave Pottery by Harner, Michaell J.




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