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extra
Something additional, such as an item above and beyond the ordinary school curriculum, or added to the usual charge on a bill.
Similar: addition, supplement
An extra edition of a newspaper, which is printed outside of the normal printing cycle.
"Extra, extra! Read all about it!"
A run scored without the ball having hit the striker's bat - a wide, bye, leg bye or no ball.
Similar: sundry
Beyond what is due, usual, expected, or necessary; extraneous; additional; supernumerary.
"I don't mind doing some extra work, as long as I get extra pay."
Extraordinarily good; superior.
Over the top; going beyond what is normal or appropriate, often in a dramatic manner.
"You unfollowed her for posting cat memes? You're so extra!"
To an extraordinary degree.
"That day he ran to school extra fast."
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