residue
noun
something that remains after a part is removed, disposed of, or used; remainder; rest; remnant.
residues
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pluralof residue.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The residues of that history are not confined to old paint.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
But the petroleum products are masked in manifests — labeled waste material, lubricants, residues and other items not subject to the high taxes that Mexico levies on imported fuel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
Its advanced chromatographic separation process is designed to recover critical minerals from several streams: mixed rare-earth carbonate, recycled magnets, mine tailings, industrial residues, zinc byproducts, electronic scrap and other secondary materials.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Some farmers argue the chemical is necessary but the Soil Association warns that its use as a drying agent leaves residues in foods such as bread, breakfast cereals and beer.
From BBC ● May 6, 2026
When carrots are taken from a bed treated with aldrin they are found to contain residues of dieldrin.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
