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extra time

British

noun

sport an additional period played at the end of a match, to compensate for time lost through injury or (in certain circumstances) to allow the teams to achieve a conclusive result

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Example Sentences

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That gives the Senate a month of extra time to get Warsh into place ahead of the next policy decision.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

The airline spokesperson said the flight had been held to allow customers extra time, and it had provided "free flight transfers to those affected".

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The National Weather Service was advising people to allow extra time for travel because of the slippery roads.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

If the two-week cease-fire is extended, which seems likely, the extra time won’t resolve the conflict’s underlying causes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

A crowd of students still milled about on the front lawn of campus, but Reg had wanted to give himself extra time to get inside, just in case he needed it.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

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