unnecessary
Americanadjective
noun
plural
unnecessariesadjective
Other Word Forms
- unnecessarily adverb
- unnecessariness noun
Etymology
Origin of unnecessary
Example Sentences
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"Decorative lighting, garlands are not a priority," Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said in early December, instructing citizens to reduce unnecessary consumption.
From Barron's
She previously told the BBC putting gift cards behind the counter would add "unnecessary friction" and could lead to a 30% drop in sales, based on industry experience.
From BBC
I try to clear any unnecessary apps or media from iPhone or Android settings to avoid backup bloat.
Leaving a phone plugged in for eight or more hours while you sleep is an unnecessary risk, according to Ms Fleming.
From BBC
State Rep. Jordan Teuscher, who sponsored the reforms, said that while they remain “good policy,” the debate had been “overshadowed by misinformation and unnecessary division.”
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