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Comparative
more peripheral
Superlative
most peripheral
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relating or belonging to the edge or outer section of something
- The peripheral vision allows us to detect movement on the sides without directly looking at it.
- The peripheral neighborhoods of the city often have fewer amenities and resources than the downtown area.
- She decorated the room with artwork, placing the most striking pieces on the walls and the more subtle ones in peripheral areas.
- The peripheral regions of the country experience different climatic conditions compared to the central areas.
- The peripheral sections of the museum house lesser-known artworks that still hold significant cultural value.
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not central or of primary importance
- The details mentioned in the peripheral sections of the report are supplementary and not critical to the main findings.
- The company's core business strategy is the main focus, while marketing efforts are considered peripheral.
- Peripheral characters in the novel play supporting roles and contribute to the development of the main plot.
- Peripheral issues, while interesting, were not the main topics discussed during the conference.
- Peripheral concerns about office decor were set aside in favor of addressing more pressing issues within the company.