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extra

[ek-struh] / ˈɛk strə /






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It has a number of projects in Los Angeles County that need extra power but can’t rely solely on the grid.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

But with consumers watching every penny, it’s been forced to spend extra money to fend off private-label and other competitors.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

"You look at your peers and friends and think when they start school surely they have to be potty-trained, so it puts a lot of extra pressure on you," she says.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Overall, the extra cash going to households claiming one of the new deductions averaged over $800, according to the Treasury Department.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

And thank goodness Ms. W. always stayed for a few extra minutes.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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