as in excess
being over what is needed
always has extra food on hand in the event that unexpected company drops by
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as in extremely
to a great degree
the children tried to be extra quiet while their mother was recovering
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as in spare
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original
that portable player runs through batteries incredibly fast, so I always keep plenty of extras on hand
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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
the motel is clean and comfortable, but there are no extras
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as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
as an extra, the dealer filled the tank of my new car
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Recent Examples of extra
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
The averages followed prior confirmation from Vásquez that one company had paid an extra $4 million to traverse the canal.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
This is why everyone should be extra cautious when using money transfer apps or cryptocurrency.
—Marybel Rodriguez, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The blue fill is also a nice marker for anyone who has more than one adjustable pillow and has to keep track of the extras.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 26 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The Sox trailed 2-1 in the ninth when Tristan Peters was hit by a pitch and stole second, setting fans up for Sam Antonacci’s two-out, RBI triple to right that tied the game at 2-2 and sent it to extra innings.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
The averages followed prior confirmation from Vásquez that one company had paid an extra $4 million to traverse the canal.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Adverb
The shift in hosts follows an extra tempestuous year between the president and comedian hosts of late-night shows like Myers, Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert, who have also previously hosted the dinner.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
This is why everyone should be extra cautious when using money transfer apps or cryptocurrency.
—Marybel Rodriguez, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
And Thomas finished it against left-hander Joey Lucchesi in extras.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The blue fill is also a nice marker for anyone who has more than one adjustable pillow and has to keep track of the extras.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extra
Adjective
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Pointed leaf tips are actually an advantage in shady environments where excess water on leaves could lead to fungus problems.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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Another Section 301 investigation related to industrial excess capacity, also launched in March, will see similar public hearings next week.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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These special releases can be extremely valuable, especially if only a small batch is issued.—
Nina Derwin,
Martha Stewart,
30 Apr. 2026
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The innermost region of any solar system, closest to the parent star, will be extremely hot and subject to large amounts of radiation.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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White House officials defended the arrangement, arguing that donor anonymity is standard practice for major projects and that using private funds spares taxpayers.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Keeping a spare in your carry-on is a small habit that can prevent a major bummer on your trip.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Whether despite this background or because of it, young Zac becomes preoccupied with the outward signs of extreme wealth, luxury cars especially, in a manner somewhat precocious but not entirely remarkable for a teenage boy.—
Mark O’Connell,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Starting at $850, their cost is more in line with a luxury mattress than an affordable mattress-in-a-box.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Those who join now can use the code PCAMER26 by December 31, 2026, to earn up to 4,000 bonus Avios (Qatar Airways’s rewards currency) to use on upcoming flights, upgrades, and extra baggage allowances.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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As a bonus, this setup offers plenty of storage for lanterns, decor, and more.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Many hospitals, airports and utility companies hold surplus land that can be leveraged to help address the affordable housing crisis.—
Ryan von Weller,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Senate Democratic leaders also noted that, based on state analysts’ revenue projections, the GOP plan would eliminate nearly all surplus funds in future years, potentially pushing state finances in deficit.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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No, that stuff is all incredible and very much the result of good fortune in my career.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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What a treat to have both of these very different revivals opening on Broadway in a matter of days.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Hotel guests mingled with the crowd, granted full access to the hotel’s amenities, including its boutiques and restaurants.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Families can also borrow toys to bring home, and return to enjoy snacks and amenities.—
Megan Shinn,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Extra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extra. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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