Alice had always had the responsibility of setting the table, and her mother would correct her if she left out even small, nonessential items.

But even a Spartan packer like Henry finds that he travels with at least one nonessential item.

Consumers, cautious since the collapse of the stock market last October, are showing signs that they will not pay higher prices for nonessential items.

"Registering for gifts provides a guilt-free enjoyment of an exotic or nonessential item."

Markets for nonessential items are underdeveloped and people rely on nearby large towns for the same.

He did so by tossing the slain gunners overboard and casting out every nonessential item.

The thought of wasting his money on such a nonessential item cast momentary gloom across Ben's face.

Trading in all nonessential items, like jewelry, furs, and major appliances, was barred altogether.

Al ready black markets were springing up in nonessential items, despite the harsh imperial laws against profiteering.

"We could get rid of nonessential items as well," Aetayn said.