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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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2
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
Plus, it's known for its customer service and extras, like free credit counseling.
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Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Universal Studios Hollywood visitors will be cast as extras in a monster movie that goes off the rails when a villainous character known as The Phantom Director unleashes Universal Monsters such as Frankenstein, Dracula and the Wolf Man during the park’s Universal Fan Fest Nights.
—Jeffrey Miller, Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Antioxidant-rich extras like sea buckthorn and vitamin E fend off dullness, and peptides smooth the complexion over time.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026
Food and drink act as pleasant extras here rather than the main focus of the stay, but plenty of dining options are a short walk away.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
But not all of these theme park extras are worth the cost.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
The movie, by Verdi Productions and Live Nation Studios, is also looking for comedic and improv actors, of all genders, in the same age group, according to casting calls for extras by Boston Casting.
—Paul Edward Parker, The Providence Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
For Switch 2, key extras include the megaphone used to call your favorite island residents and Joy Con 2 mouse controls for better designing capabilities.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
On the first night, McTeigue was stunned to see sharpshooters posted atop the buildings for security as the 500 masked extras walked down the street towards the film’s armored tanks.
—Matthew Huff, IndieWire, 17 Mar. 2026
Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Universal Studios Hollywood visitors will be cast as extras in a monster movie that goes off the rails when a villainous character known as The Phantom Director unleashes Universal Monsters such as Frankenstein, Dracula and the Wolf Man during the park’s Universal Fan Fest Nights.
—Jeffrey Miller, Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Antioxidant-rich extras like sea buckthorn and vitamin E fend off dullness, and peptides smooth the complexion over time.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026
Food and drink act as pleasant extras here rather than the main focus of the stay, but plenty of dining options are a short walk away.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
But not all of these theme park extras are worth the cost.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
The movie, by Verdi Productions and Live Nation Studios, is also looking for comedic and improv actors, of all genders, in the same age group, according to casting calls for extras by Boston Casting.
—Paul Edward Parker, The Providence Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
For Switch 2, key extras include the megaphone used to call your favorite island residents and Joy Con 2 mouse controls for better designing capabilities.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
On the first night, McTeigue was stunned to see sharpshooters posted atop the buildings for security as the 500 masked extras walked down the street towards the film’s armored tanks.
—Matthew Huff, IndieWire, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extras
Noun
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The contract covers full-rate production engines, initial spares, modules, engineering resources, program oversight and dedicated production support services, according to a release from RTX.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Palmeri’s dad, Tony, loved cars from the 1930s, and dual spares weren’t unusual to see on the sides of cars in that era.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
Freep.com,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Boise State is nearing completion of its $70 million project, which will seat approximately 1,600 and feature amenities for student-athletes, such as a nutrition center and a lounge.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
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The team sent a survey to fans Saturday through email with the goal of better understanding preferences related to amenities, experiences and potential ticket offerings.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The airline is looking to incentivize its pilots with bonuses to cut down on their aircraft’s fuel consumption from next year.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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The cast of Netflix’s YA comedy XO, Kitty also tried renegotiating after Season 2 but received nominal bonuses instead, sources said.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
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Ohio has seen fewer deaths but more risky behavior lately as fentanyl supplies dry up and people turn to substitutes tainted by animal tranquilizers.—
Kaitlin Coward,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Mar. 2026
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Major dental work to remove her broken and decaying teeth, concentrated nutrition, antibiotics, vaccines, a spay surgery and an introduction to such simple luxuries as an indoor bed and gentle touch have all been part of Gertie’s healing.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The food is consistently good, but the view and the vibes are the real luxuries.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are many kinds of 1099s, covering income from interest, dividends and other sources.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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Combining dividends with small- and medium-cap stocks could turn into a winning strategy for investors focusing on quality names.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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For the third game in a row, Towns — a six-time All-Star specifically for his scoring gifts — was invisible on offense in the first half before imposing his will over the second two quarters as the Knicks attempted to punch themselves back into a game.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Save that extra cash for gifts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Miller will make nearly twice as much as White in base compensation ($900,000 his first year, compared to $500,000 for White) and has all sorts of incentives and perks.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Heering emphasized that condo owners aren’t asking for unearned perks.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Extras.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extras. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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