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extract

[ik-strakt, ek-strakt, ek-strakt] / ɪkˈstrækt, ˈɛk strækt, ˈɛk strækt /






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South Korean authorities are seeking to extract Song from Cambodia, according to local reports.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

In particular, the lower limbs appear to have been selected, and the bones were deliberately broken open to extract nutrient-rich marrow.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Palliser Capital says Ajinomoto has the leverage to extract a lot more money from customers but isn’t raising prices meaningfully—a restraint that in its view, is a missed opportunity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Shell has maintained Cipriani fictionalized the two men’s dealings, then spread “false and salacious lies to extract a massive payday.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

I reach out and extract one of the fronds floating on the surface.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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