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[ek-struh] / ˈɛk strə /






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The higher pension without the annual increase, on the other hand, places more responsibility on you to invest wisely and perhaps avoid spending the extra income.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Through its first decade of existence, MLS had done its best to attract whichever big names it could to fill a few extra seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Northern Ireland's Secretary of State Hilary Benn confirmed 200 extra officers from across the UK will be on the ground to help restore order and protect ethnic minorities who are being targeted.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

With the 3% annual increase, the lower pension finally exceeds the pension with the extra $700 per month after nine years.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

It was like someone had told the best language student to spend extra time with the worst language student.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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