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He came second in 2023 and was third in 2016 and 2009 and said he believed he had won this year because of the extra practice he had put in.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
He was then able to use that extra money to buy more Bitcoin, driving up its price and giving himself a chance to sell more securities to investors.
From Slate ● Sep. 20, 2026
Leddy’s extra point was blocked, and JSerra settled for a 34-28 lead.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
I’m sure it was good scotch but that view, the service and the atmosphere just made everything extra special.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
I have my own towel and bathing suit plus two tubes of sunscreen, an extra pair of flip-flops, and an inflatable crocodile.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
The first act has a visceral, terrifying sequence with panicky close-ups of extras sprinting pell-mell toward the car.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Premium seats are better profit-makers, and airlines can still offer extras for a price.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
And while she knows people watch it for the drama and conversations it sparks, she thinks those are just "added extras" and the romances should be at the centre of the show.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
In Greece, there has been criticism over the lack of Greek actors in the film, beyond extras.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
Evan drew a ring around those two extras.
From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies
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Theater - Introductory
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Theater - Middle School
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Theater - High School
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