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Zorluk: OrtaContext Clues for Synonyms

Because the automated inventory database now logs incoming supply crates in real time, filling out handwritten tally sheets has become superfluous.

In this sentence, the word superfluous most nearly means which of the following?

  1. A
    essential
  2. B
    superficial
  3. unnecessaryCevap
  4. D
    complicated

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unnecessary
In this context, 'superfluous' means exceeding what is sufficient or necessary. The sentence establishes a cause-and-effect relationship: because a digital database tracks supplies automatically in real time, doing the same task manually on paper is extra and unneeded. Therefore, 'unnecessary' is the exact contextual synonym.

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1
Analyze the sentence structure and context clues
The cause-and-effect clue introduced by 'Because' explains that the automated system tracks everything in real time, making the manual paper records redundant.
Identifying semantic and logical relationships in the sentence clarifies the functional role of the target word.
2
Substitute candidate words into the sentence frame
Replacing 'superfluous' with 'unnecessary' preserves the logical flow: since automated logging is active, manual paper sheets are unnecessary.
Substitution confirms that the chosen synonym maintains correct tone, part of speech, and intended meaning.

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