Incidentals Meaning in English
word · lemma: incidental
Definition
Small extra costs or minor items that are not included in a main bill or budget, often occurring during travel or events.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal, business, or travel-related contexts; often refers to charges like snacks, tips, or minor services. Common phrases: 'pay for the incidentals,' 'incidentals not included.' Often appears in the plural, rarely singular in this sense.
Example Sentences
The company will pay for your hotel but not for incidentals.
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Please keep receipts for all incidentals during your trip.
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My credit card was charged for some incidentals at checkout.
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Don’t forget to budget for incidentals like snacks and tips.
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The tour package covers everything except incidentals.
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After a week’s trip, the incidentals added up to more than I planned.
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