as in costly
commanding a large price
expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford
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Recent Examples of expensive
In a few states, regulators have started telling gas utilities to look for cheaper ways to improve safety, including the option of shutting down sections of gas utility networks that are expensive to replace.
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NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
EVs are typically more expensive than their traditional counterparts, with Cox Automotive reporting the average transaction price for a new EV last month was more than $58,000.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
But for those without Amazon money, the million-dollar gown will also be offered as a rental alongside a less expensive interpretation.
—Ari Stark, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
Critics say the market looks too expensive now after prices rose much faster than corporate profits.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
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NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
EVs are typically more expensive than their traditional counterparts, with Cox Automotive reporting the average transaction price for a new EV last month was more than $58,000.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
But for those without Amazon money, the million-dollar gown will also be offered as a rental alongside a less expensive interpretation.
—Ari Stark, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
Critics say the market looks too expensive now after prices rose much faster than corporate profits.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for expensive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expensive
Adjective
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Deep dive Many people are being drawn to AI chatbots marketed to help with emotional issues as alternatives to costly therapy.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
17 Oct. 2025
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Our actors already pay significant fees simply to access opportunities — adding another costly layer onto their representatives cannot be justified.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That combination of excellence and diversity prepares students for the real world and must be protected and celebrated as one of our district’s most valuable assets.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Oct. 2025
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Stay safe on wintry roads with these valuable winter driving tips from the NWS, and reduce the risk of accidents during challenging weather conditions.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Democrats have pushed back against a short-term spending measure from their Republican colleagues, arguing Congress must address premium tax credits for health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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The crux of the Democrats’ demands is that Trump permanently expand Biden’s premium tax credit coverage to include Americans earning more than 400% of the federal poverty line and reduce the maximum household contribution.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Following its successful launch earlier this year, Virtuosa — the vintage-nodding, heirloom-like collection which introduced the precious and durable platinum among Atelier VM’s metals — is expanded to earrings and a couple of necklaces including a light point.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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But the creation was so popular that other grandes dames of international society were soon donning their own versions—affixed to semiprecious and precious stones such as aquamarine and morganite.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
15 Oct. 2025
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Yet even this make-do meal felt extravagant.—
Reem Kassis,
The Atlantic,
11 Oct. 2025
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Condon created his newest adaptation by blending the novel's grittiness and its extravagant Broadway adaptation, effectively taking audiences on a journey between reality and fantasy.—
Nicole Acevedo,
NBC news,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Expensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expensive. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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