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residual

[ri-zij-oo-uhl] / rɪˈzɪdʒ u əl /


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Now buyers can secure a part of its "residual" contents - unwanted by both Carr and the castle's former owners - which are being sold at auction next month.

From BBC Jun. 26, 2026

Instead, they contribute to a residual energy of spacetime.

From Science Daily Jun. 18, 2026

What’s more, the high cost of oil, along with the residual effects of the Trump tariffs last year, is nudging up the prices of other goods and services.

From MarketWatch Jun. 9, 2026

The series getting the most attention is an income-statement residual.

From Barron's Jun. 5, 2026

Instead, he felt more of a residual, weary sadness.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner

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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