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GLP-1 medications are designed to mimic a natural hormone that the body already produces, giving a person an extra boost of the “I’m full” hormone, according to Stanford Medicine clinicians.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
The Italian energy major’s financial framework allows for a special dividend given oil prices have been above $90 a barrel and the extra cash could push its share buyback higher, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
Some creamy or pasta-based varieties need a little extra attention when reheating, but the principle remains the same: The day of the party should involve substantially more arranging than cooking.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
His philosophy about living and dying give this documentary extra resonance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
I remember thinking that his mother must have washed his shirt over the weekend, or it was an extra one because there were no spots on it.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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The chain’s all-in average order value, including extras such as drinks and delivery, is around $20, with entrees averaging nearly $15, according to the CFO.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
She hasn’t been able to add to her savings or put money away for travel, and she has cut back on extras like dining out with friends.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
The sets have too many doors, the scenes have a delirious number of extras and the actors yell their lines over the distracting clatter of crackling fireplaces, beeping machines and ticking clocks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
Cooke added that along with standard punishments for not fulfilling a fixture, there was were also possible "undetermined" extras.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
We eat only canned fruit in thick syrup, and everyone wants extras but we get only a cup.
From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai
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Theater - Introductory
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