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
David Phelan, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
That can include a pat-down, luggage search or extra questioning by TSA officers.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 18 July 2025
Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 10 July 2025
The longtime friends appeared to be extra comfortable with each other, fueling talk of a potential romance.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 8 July 2025
Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Students will need their own backpacks, but extras are available if a family needs one, the release states.
—Edward McKinnon, arkansasonline.com, 9 July 2025
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Adjective
The power saving mode seems to refer to the Adaptive Power Mode coming with iOS 26, something Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has previously noted, and which should provide a windfall of extra battery life for all iPhone 17 models — and even some current iPhones.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
That can include a pat-down, luggage search or extra questioning by TSA officers.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 18 July 2025
Adverb
Help your car beat the heat by maintaining proper fluid levels
Your car's cooling system will work extra hard to make sure your vehicle doesn't overheat.
—Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 10 July 2025
The longtime friends appeared to be extra comfortable with each other, fueling talk of a potential romance.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 8 July 2025
Noun
The Nickel offers thoughtful extras—complimentary bike rentals, welcome cocktails at check-in, and access to a nearby gym.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Students will need their own backpacks, but extras are available if a family needs one, the release states.
—Edward McKinnon, arkansasonline.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extra
Adjective
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Transfer pieces to an airtight container or zip-top bag, squeezing out excess air.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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Rates of acute malnutrition and excess deaths rise.—
Nurith Aizenman,
NPR,
25 July 2025
Adverb
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It’s coated in a thin layer of real gold – not just to look fancy, but because gold reflects infrared light extremely well.—
Adi Foord,
Space.com,
26 July 2025
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Dreams of taking a reliable census of exoplanetary life in the galaxy may thus inherently be extremely limited.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Neither of these processes is perfect, and so sometimes an atom gets lost and needs to be replaced with one from a reservoir of spares.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 June 2025
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Shown here are four mission spares, including Marie Curie [foreground].—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
31 May 2025
Noun
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From luxury retail to energy infrastructure, food service to consumer goods, the common thread is clear: The right technology, implemented thoughtfully, can transform challenges into opportunities.—
Lori Thomas,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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On Main Street, Hornsby House Inn adds a dash of luxury, featuring elegant guest rooms and a charming two-bedroom cottage.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
24 July 2025
Noun
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The second bonus is $1 million if Burns appears in more than 70 games in 2025-26, and averages more than 23 minutes of ice time.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Add herbs like rosemary or mint for a bonus fragrance and to incorporate more of your garden.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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If scholarship requests are not received, the surplus money is given to the department to buy unbudgeted items, Stanley said.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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It was later revealed that the surplus claim was based on revenue estimates that were wrong by $165 billion over four years, leading to multibillion-dollar budget deficits.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
Adverb
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Pregame pyrotechnics at Nissan Stadium ignited a brief – but very noticeable – fire next to the sideline near one of the end zones.—
Gentry Estes,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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And a lot of people took it very much to heart and very seriously.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
Noun
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Plunge Beach Resort effortlessly combines retro touches with modern amenities in resort-style rooms, as well as adult-only bungalows.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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Each family is tasked with navigating the challenges that come with living off the land without any modern amenities.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Extra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extra. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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