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to draw out by force or with effort
extracted a splinter from my hand
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as in excerpts
a part taken from a longer work
the anthology includes a long extract from the epic poem
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Recent Examples of extracts
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
Miranda extracts her hand and smiles.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Rather than address this regulatory dysfunction, state policymakers have created a system that extracts money from market-rate homebuyers to subsidize dysfunctional affordable-housing and public-transit regimes.
—Jennifer Hernandez, Washington Post, 20 Mar. 2026
Both Montecillo and Monte Rosso are aged for one year in 40 percent new French oak barrels and a second year in a 2,000-liter foudre, but Soto extracts earlier in fermentation for the Montecillo and then becomes gentler through the process to keep the tannins soft.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026
Sharon extracts the drama from the score as Yannick Nézét-Séguin conducts it; Nézét-Séguin aligns his interpretation with Sharon’s theatrical rhythms, and both have in Davidson and Spyres a pair of singer-actors willing to delve as well as deliver.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
Founded by Aurelie Fontan, Meredith Wood and Christopher Ferguson in the United Kingdom, the approach extracts natural pigments from plants grown on polluted land while contributing to soil restoration.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Nothing is more onerous than big tech, which extracts both natural and human resources and erodes our ability to self-govern.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Under this system, manufacturers can use limitless amounts of sugar and refined grain products — traditional ingredients — but not a range of benign or beneficial ingredients such as protein concentrates, fiber, flavor extracts, or even carbonation.
—David S. Ludwig, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
These extracts add a subtle sweetness without extra calories or sugar.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2026
There are majorana leaf and Japanese plum leaf extracts to soothe, protect, and promote an optimal scalp environment, along with argan oil, the brand’s signature ingredient rich in nourishing vitamin E, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids.
—Cathy Nelson, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
In those almost unimaginable hours and days of anguish and heartbreak, Alastair had already read extracts to him from Arsene Wenger’s autobiography — a Christmas present that Adam had not yet read.
—Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Ashwagandha extracts may help reduce cortisol levels and relieve stress.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 30 Mar. 2026
The channel said that the extracts relayed on social networks had been cut and taken out of context, with the aim of whipping up controversy.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Mar. 2026
That same alkaloid is also in kratom products as a result of the drying phase of the manufacturing process, Grundmann said — typically 1% to 2% or less of the total content of leaf kratom products and some extracts.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
If someone extracts your phone's data through this vulnerability, that information could be exposed.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
Miranda extracts her hand and smiles.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Rather than address this regulatory dysfunction, state policymakers have created a system that extracts money from market-rate homebuyers to subsidize dysfunctional affordable-housing and public-transit regimes.
—Jennifer Hernandez, Washington Post, 20 Mar. 2026
Both Montecillo and Monte Rosso are aged for one year in 40 percent new French oak barrels and a second year in a 2,000-liter foudre, but Soto extracts earlier in fermentation for the Montecillo and then becomes gentler through the process to keep the tannins soft.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026
Sharon extracts the drama from the score as Yannick Nézét-Séguin conducts it; Nézét-Séguin aligns his interpretation with Sharon’s theatrical rhythms, and both have in Davidson and Spyres a pair of singer-actors willing to delve as well as deliver.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
Founded by Aurelie Fontan, Meredith Wood and Christopher Ferguson in the United Kingdom, the approach extracts natural pigments from plants grown on polluted land while contributing to soil restoration.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Nothing is more onerous than big tech, which extracts both natural and human resources and erodes our ability to self-govern.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
Many imitation almond extracts or essences rely on synthetic benzaldehyde for flavor, which can create saccharine notes that overpower delicate desserts like custards, sponges, or pastry creams.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Under this system, manufacturers can use limitless amounts of sugar and refined grain products — traditional ingredients — but not a range of benign or beneficial ingredients such as protein concentrates, fiber, flavor extracts, or even carbonation.
—David S. Ludwig, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
These extracts add a subtle sweetness without extra calories or sugar.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2026
There are majorana leaf and Japanese plum leaf extracts to soothe, protect, and promote an optimal scalp environment, along with argan oil, the brand’s signature ingredient rich in nourishing vitamin E, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids.
—Cathy Nelson, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
In those almost unimaginable hours and days of anguish and heartbreak, Alastair had already read extracts to him from Arsene Wenger’s autobiography — a Christmas present that Adam had not yet read.
—Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Ashwagandha extracts may help reduce cortisol levels and relieve stress.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 30 Mar. 2026
The channel said that the extracts relayed on social networks had been cut and taken out of context, with the aim of whipping up controversy.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Mar. 2026
That same alkaloid is also in kratom products as a result of the drying phase of the manufacturing process, Grundmann said — typically 1% to 2% or less of the total content of leaf kratom products and some extracts.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extracts
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Her The Kindred’s Curse Saga series follows healer Diem Bellator as the search for her missing mother pulls her into a growing civil war between the oppressed mortals of Emarion and the magic-wielding demigods known as the Descended.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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Brown again pulls his hands away from the cops before Maden starts punching him.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Gala will feature excerpts from Clooney’s multi-Oscar-winning body of work as an actor, director, producer, and humanitarian — with appearances by actors, friends, and colleagues, and the award presentation.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 Apr. 2026
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Shown in excerpts at Cannes, all five films are now in post-production and bid fair to hit festivals later this year.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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There are swooping close encounters with heavenly bodies, Lego blocks in antigravity mode and swarms of Separators, a sort of astro-anthropomorphic version of the tool that pries apart Lego bricks in real life.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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The show’s biggest laugh may come when Testa pries open Costanzo’s mouth and pronounces just how many performances of Norma Galas has left.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
19 Sep. 2025
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Carrera now plucks the melody in single notes.—
Peter Wayne Moe,
Longreads,
26 Mar. 2026
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But if Rick later plucks something from behind that rock at the fire, are others going to start poking around looking for stuff?—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Extracts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extracts. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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