How to Use extra in a Sentence

extra

1 of 3 adjective
  • He gave us an extra week to finish the job.
  • She got a part-time job to earn some extra money.
  • There's no extra charge for breakfast.
  • The South is getting less than 1 percent of the extra gain.
    How To Save A Country, The New Republic, 15 June 2023
  • And be sure to use those extra bits to make a Turkey Stock.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
  • The Royals had erased a three-run deficit and went on to win 4-3 in extra innings.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2024
  • Mayonnaise has eggs in it so there is not a need for the extra eggs.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2023
  • Some work extra jobs to make ends meet, according to the union.
    Sarah Raza, BostonGlobe.com, 20 July 2023
  • In places were grabbling sticks and the like aren’t allowed, noodlers get the extra reach by way of their feet.
    Will Brantley, Field & Stream, 15 June 2023
  • This costume comes in four sizes, extra small to large, to fit your four-legged friend.
    Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 24 June 2023
  • Make sure to snag that on-site coupon for an extra 10 percent off.
    David Moses, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Plus, the shoes come with a removable gem charm on the upper part of the sneakers for an extra dose of glam.
    Jennifer Maldonado, Peoplemag, 27 Dec. 2023
  • The extra space comes with a room or two and its own kitchen, much like those-law quarters added to older homes.
    Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 16 Feb. 2024
  • One-third of its seats have extra leg room from 32 inches to over 36 inches.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2024
  • The extra money isn't part of the shortfall but will be absorbed in the overall K-12 budget.
    The Arizona Republic, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Plenty of room at the tip of your toes and a bit of extra space in the toe box accommodates the fact that feet swell a bit throughout the day.
    Nathan Borchelt, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2023
  • Plan for a few extra hours inside, if not an entire day.
    Blake Snow, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
  • Its range of sizes (extra small to 3XL) comes in 29 colors, including ink blue and olive green.
    Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024
  • The small amount of triple sec required is definitely worth the extra bottle at the liquor store.
    Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
  • The whiskey was bottled at 92 proof and is non-chill filtered, which allows some extra flavor to shine through on the palate.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
  • Keyes points out that the extra charges for luggage and other perks can sometimes cost more than the fare itself.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Ironically, the season’s shortest episode is the one most in need of extra time.
    Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 June 2023
  • These prizes might be a later bedtime, a trip to the park, a new book, small amounts of change, extra TV time, or a family bike ride.
    Nicole Harris, Parents, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Haghighi adds an extra twist to suggest, with banally natural means, the sense that the world is out of joint: rain.
    Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Your first thought might be a credit card, since these offer the fastest, easiest route to extra cash.
    Aly J. Yale, wsj.com, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Riders should plan at least an extra 30 minutes for their trips.
    oregonlive, 14 June 2023
  • The plugs seal places used for extra emergency doors on planes with more seats than Alaska and United Max 9s.
    David Koenig, Fortune, 25 Jan. 2024
  • The cover is a luxe cotton fabric for an extra upscale feel.
    Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 21 June 2023
  • And every minute of extra springtime daylight has helped.
    Nell Frizzell, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
  • That means those larger homes aren't hitting the market, one factor limiting the supply for the younger generations who could use those extra bedrooms.
    Laurel Wamsley, NPR, 18 Apr. 2024
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extra

2 of 3 noun
  • Thousands of extras were hired for the battle scene.
  • The package deal includes some nice extras.
  • It’s been a few years since Bill Adams has worked as an extra.
    Gene Maddaus, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
  • That’s why this dry food option is a key extra that the Smalls team was smart to add.
    Dallas News, 13 Dec. 2022
  • While the best of Ellis is here to stay, more exciting extras are on the way.
    Bang Advertising Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2024
  • And for the extras: Place raspberries in a jar and cover with your booze of choice.
    Kelsey Youngman, Bon Appétit, 17 July 2023
  • And those are just the extras that many consider must-haves.
    Brian X. Chen, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Haynes was first hired to cast extras for War Party (1988).
    Hilton Dresden, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Dec. 2023
  • Your pup is storing his extras away, but the holes in your yard are less than ideal.
    Jennifer Nelson, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2023
  • Burns impaneled eight this time — a few extra on the off chance a juror dropped out at the last minute.
    Kristina Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2020
  • Four of them are for shorts; about half of them credit him as an unnamed extra.
    NBC News, 5 Oct. 2021
  • Make a large batch and freeze extras to be microwaved on busy mornings.
    Women's Health, 1 May 2023
  • The movie studio had hired extras for background scenes.
    Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Others defend the extras as a way to appeal to the waves of boomers who are retiring.
    Jordan Rau, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2023
  • That would cost about $5,000 for five sensors and software, and then of course, more money for extras.
    Laura Johnston, cleveland, 31 July 2023
  • For $8 a week, Gibson rode her horse five miles each way to movie sets that offered her work as an extra.
    Elizabeth Weitzman, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2023
  • The set comes with a number of snap-on extras, like a bumper with a winch, an engine snorkel, a roof rack with work lights and spare tires for the hood and rear door.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Mar. 2023
  • The extras range from luggage surcharges to creative change fees.
    Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 14 Mar. 2023
  • Artists and students were game to be extras, making their real art in the background.
    Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 22 June 2023
  • Use these handy extras to clean curtains and reach between bed frames.
    Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Keep In Mind These chairs don’t include any extras like canopies, trays, or cushions.
    Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2023
  • Store your essentials and a few self-care extras for an easy, effortless look on the go.
    Khortlyn Cole, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 June 2023
  • Along with adding a few ponies to the spunky rotary, these extras likely brought some higher decibels to the engine's howl.
    Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 26 Apr. 2023
  • Like some of the other computers in the auction, the Lisa is being auctioned with extras.
    Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2023
  • When a Quran goes up in flames during the shoot, the Arab extras on set are outraged, resulting in a set fraught with tension.
    Ed Meza, Variety, 18 Feb. 2024
  • The matching detachable pouch that comes with this bag is the perfect size for the little extras, like earbuds or keys.
    Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Reminder: There appear to be some unnamed extras in the cabin.
    Erica Gonzales, ELLE, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Don’t be the pet owner that leaves behind a mess or has to track down another pet parent to get a bag — just have extras on hand.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 12 July 2023
  • Conveniently, this headboard is loaded with extras like a bed frame, wood slats, a storage shelf, and a charging station.
    Michelle Duncan, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Tickets during the sale include all taxes, fees, and carrier charges, but do not include extras like baggage.
    Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2024
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extra

3 of 3 adverb
  • The food was extra good.
  • The roads are slippery, so be extra careful.
  • You have to pay $5 extra for room service.
  • This is an extra special occasion.
  • Thanks to a quick spin in the food process, this dip recipe is extra smooth and creamy.
    Wini Moranville, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2023
  • Being extra fussy or cold to the touch. Pale or blotchy skin.
    Erika Edwards, NBC News, 6 July 2023
  • Just be extra careful not to drop it and crack your screen.
    Kim Komando, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2023
  • The fault shunts extra current to some parts of the circuit, shorting it out.
    IEEE Spectrum, 27 May 2023
  • Yeah, and that’s because high heat makes your body work extra hard to cool down.
    Tanya Lewis, Scientific American, 21 June 2023
  • The new 300ppi resolution is extra easy on the eyes, too.
    Paul Kita, Men's Health, 9 May 2023
  • The combination of a silky and grainy texture makes the skin feel extra clean.
    Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 9 May 2023
  • Not pulling that out of the aquifer or a nearby river is extra valuable.
    The Arizona Republic, 26 May 2023
  • To make their music extra unique, kids can use the slider to change the tempo of their music.
    Christine Luff, Parents, 27 Feb. 2024
  • If your feet are extra dry, use heavy-duty creams there.
    Marty Munson, Men's Health, 22 June 2023
  • For your scrotum and shaft, go extra slow and stretch the skin to flatten it and make easier to trim.
    Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 20 July 2023
  • Wild rice and mushrooms make this dish extra savory and rich.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Aries March 21-April 19 Your fire is burning extra bright at present.
    Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2023
  • This start will begin extra early, as the first pitch will be thrown before the clock strikes noon.
    Andrew Birkle, Detroit Free Press, 11 June 2023
  • From jackets to handbags, these items will make fall trips extra cozy and stylish.
    Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Some old-timers would tough it out in tennis shoes to be extra quiet while walking through the woods.
    Matthew Every, Field & Stream, 13 Mar. 2024
  • That said, tomorrow will feel extra chilly with a gusty breeze.
    Dan Stillman, Washington Post, 3 Jan. 2024
  • The eggs hatch around March, and the birds get extra aggressive when protecting their goslings.
    Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 22 Sep. 2023
  • To keep it extra crunchy, stir in pecans and bacon just before serving.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
  • Go extra small with this patent leather mini purse that adds a big punch of color to an outfit.
    Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2024
  • Madonna is looking extra strong and fierce this Pride Month.
    Korin Miller, Women's Health, 13 June 2023
  • And there are certain groups of people who should be extra cautious.
    Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 4 Sep. 2023
  • For an extra adorable puffer, the Hileelang Hooded Puffer Coat features cute little ears on the hood (and sale prices start at $22).
    Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 27 Dec. 2023
  • Each kit comes with three rockets that are equipped with LED lights, making these rockets extra fun to watch as the sun goes down.
    Laura Lu, Parents, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Puerto Rican rum is quite light in general, and in this case, that’s where the cask finish is extra beneficial.
    Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
  • To make this outfit extra cool, slip the brand’s Halo Performance Hoodie over it when heading to a Pilates class or an early morning stroll.
    Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2024

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