extract
Example Sentences
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"He really photographed the spirit of the time, the spirit of the place. In this exhibition, I saw how much he could extract from a place I know so well," she said.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
That evening in 2020, I extract a reddish ripe seed from uchche, and plant it in a pot.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
The researchers were able to extract and analyze genetic material from 18 specimens.
From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026
Khalil’s colleagues began a desperate race to coordinate the entry of Red Cross responders to bring out the victims of the first attack and extract the two journalists, who had sheltered again in the house.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
He was stunned by Crocker’s question, which hinted at the ease with which he could extract funds for a device with presumed, but far from certain, medical applications.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
Vocabulary lists containing extract
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 12–15
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Words to Know Before You Defrost the Bird
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