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There are a few ways to extract data from Azure DocumentDB for exporting purposes:

1. Use Azure Data Factory: Azure Data Factory is a cloud-based data integration service that allows you to move data from one location to another. You can use it to extract data from DocumentDB and export it to various targets, including Azure Blob storage, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Data Lake.

2. Use the DocumentDB REST API: The DocumentDB REST API can be used to query DocumentDB collections and retrieve data in JSON format. You can then use tools like Postman to export the data in CSV or other formats.

3. Use third-party tools: There are several third-party tools available that allow you to extract data from DocumentDB for exporting purposes. Some popular tools include the DocumentDB Data Migration Tool, Studio 3T, and MongoDB Compass.

4. Use the DocumentDB SDKs: If you're a developer, you can use the DocumentDB SDKs to retrieve data from DocumentDB and export it to various targets. The SDKs are available for several programming languages, including .NET, Java, Node.js, and Python.