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extracurricular

[ek-struh-kuh-rik-yuh-ler] / ˌɛk strə kəˈrɪk jə lər /


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Once a quirky background detail that played an outsized role in his nomination, Kavanaugh’s extracurricular interests have now been elevated by the Supreme Court into a legal fixture of constitutional law.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2026

The share of American students who have jobs has been declining for decades, as many shifted their focus to academics and extracurricular activities.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

Without test scores, admissions would hinge on inflated grades, extracurricular activities and essays.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Aside from party entertainment, Funky Divas & Dudes also hosts extracurricular dance classes at L.A.-area schools, including the one Tzagournis’ daughter attends.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

It became hard for me to get through a school day without someone after me to join this or head up that—the debating society, the Junior High basketball team, or some other extracurricular activity.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey




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