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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

More than 160 patients with advanced heart conditions are to be recalled by the Belfast Health Trust after a review found they may have undergone a procedure unnecessarily.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

He also likes that it shows Berkshire’s unwillingness to spend money unnecessarily.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The effect is sometimes unnecessarily clamorous, but the core of the drama is quietly gripping.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

I didn’t mention it, though; there was no reason to alarm everyone unnecessarily.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs




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