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Maybe the apocalypse would have still reached him if he hadn’t decided to make a little extra cash in order to avoid a tough conversation with his pregnant girlfriend, but also maybe not.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026
There are a few extra things you — and others who are paying for college — should keep in mind when using 529 funds.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 24, 2026
People living or working in coastal areas were advised to take extra care during windy or stormy weather, including staying indoors as much as possible.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026
The freight giant’s new route—which flies closer to China to minimize time in both Afghan and Pakistani airspace—adds an extra five hours.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
I put on all my extra clothes and it is still too cold.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
Josh Hodge added the extras to give Newcastle a 7-3 lead and he extended that to 10-3 with a simple close chip over after Sale were again penalised, this time for entering from the side.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 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
Newcastle carved through Leicester with just under seven minutes left when Ollie Leatherbarrow's bold carry saw him break a tackle as Cameron Jordan went over with Zack Henry adding the extras.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
Then there’s the extras at the participating hotels, including daily breakfast for two and a $100 credit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
You’d be helping me out on all the little extras.
From "The Stranger" by Albert Camus
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Theater - Introductory
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