cost of living
noun phrase
: the cost of purchasing those goods and services which are included in an accepted standard level of consumption
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The debate also reflected the broader political moment, with several candidates positioning themselves either as defenders of California’s current direction or as agents of course correction on public safety, cost of living, and trust in government.
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James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
While housing, homelessness and the cost of living have been hot-button topics in recent debates, the candidates have had little time to address their plans for education — until tonight.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
But polling shows that voters believe Starmer hasn't delivered on promises to improve government services and the cost of living.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 15 May 2026
Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said the figures showed that her policies were working and that renewed economic growth would allow the government to put more money into public services and programs to support those hit by the high cost of living.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
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James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
While housing, homelessness and the cost of living have been hot-button topics in recent debates, the candidates have had little time to address their plans for education — until tonight.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
But polling shows that voters believe Starmer hasn't delivered on promises to improve government services and the cost of living.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 15 May 2026
Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said the figures showed that her policies were working and that renewed economic growth would allow the government to put more money into public services and programs to support those hit by the high cost of living.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
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“Cost of living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost%20of%20living. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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