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When used as an adjective, "extra" often comes before the noun it describes (e.g., "extra time"). As a noun referring to background actors in films, it is a countable noun and can be pluralized as "extras". In modern informal slang, calling someone "extra" means they are behaving in an over-the-top or overly dramatic way.

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🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is scrolling through a casting call for a low-budget indie film.
Chloe Smith

Think I can swing this extra gig to cover my rent?

Chloe Smith
Maya
Maya

Stop dreaming and just get a real job.

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Chloe uses 'extra' as a noun referring to a background actor in a film. The phrase 'swing this' is a natural colloquialism meaning to manage or afford something, reflecting Chloe's financial instability.

Meanings

adjective

Added to an existing amount or number; more than is necessary, expected, or usual.

"I have some extra cash in my wallet if you need a loan."

adverb

To a greater extent; additionally.

"You'll need to be extra careful when walking on the icy pavement."

noun

An additional amount or item of something.

"The hotel charges for any extras like mini-bar drinks and movies."

noun

A person hired to act as a background character in a movie or play.

"She earned some money working as an extra in the new historical drama."

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