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as in dollar
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
the $5 bill has a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the front
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as in fee
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
although they were all working adults, their parents still insisted on paying the bill whenever they went out to eat
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as in law
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the legislative committee endorsed a bill that would strengthen consumer protections
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Recent Examples of bill
Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025
However, states bill the federal government for emergency and pregnancy care provided to anyone.
—Angela Hart, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2025
For the bill that Republicans have been putting forward to pass, five additional Democrats would need to cross party lines to support it.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
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Noun
However, states bill the federal government for emergency and pregnancy care provided to anyone.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025
However, states bill the federal government for emergency and pregnancy care provided to anyone.
—Angela Hart, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
The bill also ditches the burdensome cover-up requirement for claims against individuals.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2025
For the bill that Republicans have been putting forward to pass, five additional Democrats would need to cross party lines to support it.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bill
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While ferrying Camila from playdates to pet psychics, Issa realizes the dog’s bark is worse than her bite—much like Camila’s attractive, yet reclusive owner, Theo (Famous in Love’s Carter Jenkins).—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
30 Sep. 2025
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Last November, the pair made headlines when Stewart lightly pushed Barrymore — who was casually petting her shoulder — away from her during a conversation about relationships on the latter's talk show.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Sep. 2025
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For instance, Starlink is currently advertising $59-per-month Residential Lite service for the first year and a Standard Kit for just $89.—
Wendy Sheehan Donnell,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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But experts say flood insurance policies are under-advertised to residents like Harrington who live in low-risk flood areas.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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These structures provide support to your back and neck and help improve your overall posture.—
Tim Petrie, DPT,
Verywell Health,
18 Mar. 2025
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Maggie had been necked to a younger dog named Barney.—
Frank C. Hibben,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
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In the minutes and hours following the shooting, graphic, close-up videos of the moment Kirk was hit promulgated across the internet.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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Those include promulgating legislation, appointing state officials, presiding over the High Council of the Judiciary, granting pardons, commuting sentences and bestowing honors.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Aug. 2025
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Disease progression was measured by the Unified Huntington’s Disease Rating Scale, which assesses motor, cognitive and functional capabilities.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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The drones would operate mainly near the vehicle, with occasional flights above the treeline to help drivers orient themselves or assess terrain.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Oct. 2025
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With jammy, juicy cherries swimming in a salty, tangy sauce, all spooned over crispy-skilled chicken, the foundation is strong.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Bolognese Bolognese is a classic sauce for pasta, but this version is also excellent with rice, potatoes or spooned over tender roasted spaghetti squash and acorn squash.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Oct. 2025
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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.—
Ryan Mancini,
The Hill,
11 Oct. 2025
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However, frequent flyers may be able to obtain a free or discounted membership through their credit card or airline loyalty program.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Oct. 2025
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Other Cuisinart essentials that are discounted now include a food processor and two coffee makers.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Bill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bill. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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