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When you talk about three-peating, you’re putting that extra pressure on it that doesn’t need to be there.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
Hyperion’s operators takes the risk of heavy rainfall seriously, and adds extra staff when extreme weather is forecast, according to Tonya Shelton, public information officer for LASAN.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
In addition, the average extra out-of-pocket spending is $869 a year for deductibles and copays and coinsurance that occur when the patient gets medical care.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Multi-buy offers, including extra loyalty points, are also banned.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Wiping tears, she caught her breath and said, “You’re a good boy, Campbell, so I’m going to give you a little extra help.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
On top of those savings, I’ll get a lineup of extras at check in, including daily breakfast for two, a $100 resort credit and early check in/late check out if available.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
All of us were extras, and I feel like people saw us in the films and started to emulate us.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
The extras were wrapped separately and bound with a paper ribbon that read: “We produced these additional samples with your order. They are sent to you, with our thanks.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
We only paid about $100 a month for some extras.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
“Two bedroom cape with add-on potential. Nu to market, builder’s special. Contemporary ranch with extras galore.”
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
Vocabulary lists containing extra
Theater - Introductory
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Theater - Middle School
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Theater - High School
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