going rate
noun
: the average or usual price that is charged for something
What's the going rate for a babysitter?
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That’s the going rate for high-quality veteran wide receivers, one NFC analytics executive noted, highlighting the Broncos’ trade for Jaylen Waddle this offseason.
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Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Bonitto signed a four-year contract extension worth up to $120 million before last season, showing the going rate for a pass-rusher of his caliber.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
The going rate for the average annual value of second contracts for star AFC quarterbacks is roughly $50 million to $65 million.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
At the going rate of $15 or $20 an hour, five to 10 half-day jobs each week can quickly become decent cash flow.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
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Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Bonitto signed a four-year contract extension worth up to $120 million before last season, showing the going rate for a pass-rusher of his caliber.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
The going rate for the average annual value of second contracts for star AFC quarterbacks is roughly $50 million to $65 million.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
At the going rate of $15 or $20 an hour, five to 10 half-day jobs each week can quickly become decent cash flow.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Going rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/going%20rate. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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