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or less commonly pricy
pricier; priciest
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The car is a little pricey.
a small boutique selling pricey women's clothing
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The war in Ukraine has also driven a firm push toward often cheap, unmanned systems that can be mass-produced and pack a punch against much more complicated, pricey platforms.
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MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, its extensive and pricey facelift is complete, just in time for the city’s grand centennial finale.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 22 Nov. 2025
Plus, the region’s pricey rents and modest vacancies translate into higher selling prices.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 22 Nov. 2025
Like any high-quality piece of running apparel, the best sports bras can be pricey (often over $60).
—Kristen Geil, Outside, 21 Nov. 2025
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MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, its extensive and pricey facelift is complete, just in time for the city’s grand centennial finale.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 22 Nov. 2025
Plus, the region’s pricey rents and modest vacancies translate into higher selling prices.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 22 Nov. 2025
Like any high-quality piece of running apparel, the best sports bras can be pricey (often over $60).
—Kristen Geil, Outside, 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pricey
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“Pricey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pricey. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.
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