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With what looks like a cataract occluding one eye for extra scariness points, and a ring of long white hair curving around his otherwise bald head, he’s played with gusto by Dan Stevens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
Even a couple of basis-point increases in rates push up home buyers’ borrowing costs by a few hundred dollars in extra costs.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026
And they could be offered an extra snack in the afternoon so they're not tempted to overeat when they get home.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
One of the biggest punishments in NBA history initially stemmed, according to the report, from Robertson’s straightforward demand for extra money for Leonard.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
My mom had made a note about asking a fourth-year cadet to participate for extra credit, and I wondered if that was why she’d bugged me about it.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Kolbe added the extras as the world champions made the dream start.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Premium seats are better profit-makers, and airlines can still offer extras for a price.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
In Greece, there has been criticism over the lack of Greek actors in the film, beyond extras.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
Perks—the often-lavish extras layered on top of executive pay—are booming.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
The people looked like extras on a set, watching in a tight group from across the street.
From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez
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Theater - Introductory
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Theater - Middle School
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Theater - High School
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