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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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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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3
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
Subscribe to the Eat Drink Freep newsletter for extras and insider scoops on Detroit-area dining.
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Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Swift promises 12 songs and no secret extras; the credits say the trio connected in Sweden, sometimes as a skeleton crew but often fleshed out by local musicians.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
To balance out the potency, the formula is infused with skin-loving extras, including glycerin for hydration, peptides and amino acids to support a stronger, healthier skin barrier, and antioxidants such as tocopherol (vitamin E) and pomegranate extract to defend against environmental stress.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
Starting rents are $1,300–$1,900 and include extras like furniture, babysitting, dog walking, and fun amenities—far below typical Miami prices.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
By contrast, the Flexzilla hose doesn’t include any extras—not even a spray nozzle—which makes the Kotto hose stand out even more.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2025
They were extras in Big Little Lies Kidman has appeared in dozens of shows and films over the years — and sometimes her daughters have made cameos!
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The Guardians scored in the seventh and eighth to send their game against Texas to extras.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Players can’t receive help from the coaching staff, other players or anyone else when deciding whether or not to challenge, and if a team runs out of challenges it will be stuck unless the game goes to extras, at which point they’d be awarded one more.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Swift promises 12 songs and no secret extras; the credits say the trio connected in Sweden, sometimes as a skeleton crew but often fleshed out by local musicians.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
To balance out the potency, the formula is infused with skin-loving extras, including glycerin for hydration, peptides and amino acids to support a stronger, healthier skin barrier, and antioxidants such as tocopherol (vitamin E) and pomegranate extract to defend against environmental stress.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
Starting rents are $1,300–$1,900 and include extras like furniture, babysitting, dog walking, and fun amenities—far below typical Miami prices.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
By contrast, the Flexzilla hose doesn’t include any extras—not even a spray nozzle—which makes the Kotto hose stand out even more.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2025
They were extras in Big Little Lies Kidman has appeared in dozens of shows and films over the years — and sometimes her daughters have made cameos!
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The Guardians scored in the seventh and eighth to send their game against Texas to extras.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Players can’t receive help from the coaching staff, other players or anyone else when deciding whether or not to challenge, and if a team runs out of challenges it will be stuck unless the game goes to extras, at which point they’d be awarded one more.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extras
Noun
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Furthermore, all items containing lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries, along with spares or uninstalled batteries, belong in carry-on baggage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.—
Mariyam Muhammad,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
19 Sep. 2025
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Something around the house is always in need of new batteries, and the junk drawer can be a good place to keep the spares.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City has 700 guest rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the Wasatch Mountains, along with amenities like fire pits and multiple dining options.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The unit offers modest amenities like televisions, table tennis, and limited exercise space, but remains tightly regulated.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Under the newer terms, the union would see their signing bonuses cut, which amount to $500 to $1,000 per employee.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Oct. 2025
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Government and nonprofit employers would not be eligible for the tax credit, even if offering bonuses to their newlywed employees.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Oct. 2025
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But Sentnor was pleased with the patience the group of starters showed, noting the importance of the energy the substitutes brought to the game.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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But Moyes will be pleased by the impact made by his substitutes against Palace, Alcaraz chief among them.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Think of it as your seasonal checklist, a mix of everyday essentials and little luxuries designed to make the new season feel that much brighter.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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The idea is that art and cultural connection aren’t luxuries, but essentials that can improve well-being and combat isolation.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The theory is going to be put to the test in more stringent ways against Philadelphia on Sunday and beyond, but an adjustment made before Denver’s 28-3 Week 4 win appears to have paid immediate dividends for the two backs and for Denver’s offense overall.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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At the time, these stocks were selling at a deep discount, while he was attracted to their reliable dividends and their diversified, cash-generative businesses.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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What insights can gifts, tips and teeth give us?—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Beauty gifts can be hard to give.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Perched on a hillside, The Hotel Hershey has family-friendly guest rooms, suites, and villas; amenities and activities like hiking trails and family s’mores roasts; a special kids check-in process; and various perks and benefits for visiting the local attractions.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Company perks or expense accounts ?—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Extras.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extras. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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