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as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
why is the electric bill so high this month?
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as in notes
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 posters
a sheet bearing an announcement for posting in a public place
posted a bill advertising the new play
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as in expenses
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 laws
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 bills
Caroline Linton, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
That will enable getting cheaper, cleaner renewable energy onto the grid faster to reduce electric bills.
—Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
To reverse this trend, policymakers should prioritize ways to lower taxes, increase housing affordability, rein in energy bills, and ultimately make our state a more attractive place to live and work.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Utah and Minnesota have passed broadly similar bills in recent years, giving the children of influencer parents rights, including the right to compensation and content removal under certain circumstances.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
In addition to sky-high price tags and unanticipated veterinary bills, families deal with the emotional toll of caring for a sick or behaviorally challenged dog.
—Elise Gingrich, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Some people were like, 'These bills and these potholes — like, my condition hasn't been improved by NASA.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
End biofuel mandates, which harm the environment and inflate grocery bills.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
There are still monthly bills and student loan debt to pay.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
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The dueling bills leave the shutdown without an end in sight.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
That will enable getting cheaper, cleaner renewable energy onto the grid faster to reduce electric bills.
—Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
To reverse this trend, policymakers should prioritize ways to lower taxes, increase housing affordability, rein in energy bills, and ultimately make our state a more attractive place to live and work.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Utah and Minnesota have passed broadly similar bills in recent years, giving the children of influencer parents rights, including the right to compensation and content removal under certain circumstances.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
In addition to sky-high price tags and unanticipated veterinary bills, families deal with the emotional toll of caring for a sick or behaviorally challenged dog.
—Elise Gingrich, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Some people were like, 'These bills and these potholes — like, my condition hasn't been improved by NASA.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
End biofuel mandates, which harm the environment and inflate grocery bills.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
There are still monthly bills and student loan debt to pay.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bills
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This method creates a durable, washable bed that pets love.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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Transmission most often occurs when people or pets ingest food or water contaminated with raccoon feces.—
Amy Corral,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The television broadcasts internationalized Cortina's fame.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2026
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Haase, who played at KU (Shop KU) from 1994-97, has worked as a color commentator on college basketball broadcasts the past two seasons.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
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Not every meaningful connection announces itself in advance.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The prologue that opens Ragtime loudly announces the musical’s epic ambitions as its nine fictional characters and six of its historical figures introduce themselves with third-person narration and shout-singing.—
Manuel Mendoza,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Consumers have to think twice about buying from a foreign producer that uses child labor or any retailer that advertises deceptively or sells customer data.—
Peter Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Mar. 2026
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Anthem advertises a 100% money-back guarantee for certain services, though exclusions may apply.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
26 Feb. 2026
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Athleta is one that rarely discounts everything, which is why its 25 percent off sitewide winter sale should be on your radar to score built-to-last travel pants.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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While the device retails for around $380, Dexcom discounts the device for anyone with a valid prescription and without coverage to below $200.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Hotline mailbag publishes weekly.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Charlotte Observer routinely publishes public employee databases for local governments and educational systems.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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The United Kingdom assesses that Iran had not only transferred Shahed drones to Moscow for use on the battlefield in Ukraine but also production know-how to Russia, which has helped Iran refine its drone warfare.—
Margaret Brennan,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Using advanced analytical characterization techniques, this analysis also assesses for inorganic compounds that may adversely affect laser treatment.—
Etiido Uko
March 28,
New Atlas,
28 Mar. 2026
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During the performance, the singer kneels down to hand Fox the award and pats his head before continuing on.—
Luzdelia Caballero,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Inside the facility, Angela empties her pockets, a guard scans her with a metal-detection wand, pats her down and asks her to spread her legs.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Bills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bills. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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