nonessential
Example Sentences
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While it can certainly mean losing some luxury and nonessential assets, such as boats or valuable collections, many states have comprehensive protections that won’t leave you worse off than when you filed.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 10, 2026
The Orange County Superior Court has recommended nonessential personnel leave the courthouse in Westminster, which is outside the evacuation zone.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
This is particularly problematic for consumer discretionary companies—those that sell nonessential goods ands services.
From Barron's ● May 15, 2026
High-energy particles from the Sun and deep space can also trigger computer errors that force spacecraft into "safe mode," temporarily shutting down nonessential systems until engineers resolve the issue.
From Science Daily ● May 15, 2026
Because of the severe weather, all nonessential emergency personnel have been sent home until such time that the weather allows them to return.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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