EXTRAS Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

extras

noun

plural of extra

as in spares

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 amenities

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 bonuses

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 extras Learn more about how much the registration fees, equipment, uniforms, travel and extras may cost for each program. — Barbara White, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 Entire families have appeared in my films across generations as actors, extras, crew members or simply witnesses. — Jd Linville, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026 Personalization can reduce wasteful discounting, loyalty points can lower a guest’s out-of-pocket cost, and optional extras can help owners generate incremental margin. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 So kudos to the extras who steal scenes from them in the background, flailing like avant-garde dancers when a vicious mental parasite leaps from grandmothers to joggers to security guards on a quest to find something awful. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026 The production put out a casting call for more than 1,000 local extras, Garner said, and spent nearly $500,000 at a lumber business for set-building materials. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026 The transfer here is as exquisite as any of Warner Archive’s releases, and there are some juicy extras for Crawford fans in the form of original radio broadcasts featuring the star (there’s also a documentary on MGM executive Irving Thalberg). — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 28 July 2026 Certain suites come with even more extras, like private airport pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), poolside cabana access, and a daily complimentary refresh of the mini bar. — Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026 To get a clearer picture of your total trip cost, consider bundling extras like carry-on bags, checked luggage, and seat selection during checkout. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 July 2026

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Noun

Temporary spares are narrower, lighter, and made with less tread than standard tires.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
The contract will procure spares for F-35 fighter jets and will deploy spare packages to the Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, F-35 program partners and foreign military customers.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

Definition of spares

Noun

The property makes good use of the outdoor space, featuring beautiful landscaping and amenities like an al fresco dining area and fire pits with Adirondack chairs.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
On United, for example, the least expensive fare in the airlines’ lie-flat pod Polaris cabin doesn’t come with access to the Polaris business-class airport lounge, which features a bar, sit-down dining, a rest area, showers and other amenities.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of amenities

Noun

Scientific talent had started to return, drawn by generous lab funding and signing bonuses that could exceed a hundred and fifty thousand dollars.

— Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
Certain business credit cards have absolutely huge welcome bonuses with equally massive spending requirements.

— Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of bonuses

Noun

And why Americans are still spending on little luxuries despite economic uncertainty.

— Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 7 Aug. 2026
Thousands of drivers are still buying new vehicles despite sky-high prices, but there's strong demand for advanced driver assistance, safety and comfort features that were once considered frivolous luxuries.

— Charles Singh, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of luxuries

Noun

Companies use it to invest back in the business, pay down debt, and return some of it to their investors through dividends and stock buybacks.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
That could mean returning replacement shares or paying their current value, including dividends and other distributions that would have accrued.

— Mark Lewyn, Baltimore Sun, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of dividends

Noun

Here are the 10 wildest gifts musicians have given their fans and concertgoers.

— Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
Among the other gifts offered by businesses in the strip mall are temporary hair color spray from Joan Barry Hair Designers, celebrating 25 years in business, and sidewalk chalking from 40-year-old mall business Love’s Yogurt.

— Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of gifts

Noun

Save on outdoor gear with the latest Columbia coupon codes, seasonal sales, member perks, and sign-up discounts, including 15% off first purchases.

— Preeti Shivani, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
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— Darian Woods, NPR, 3 Aug. 2026