as in costly
commanding a large price
expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford
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Recent Examples of expensive
The expensive sport is very affordable in Cairo and is accessible at many major hotels, including the famed Gezira Sporting Club, Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel, which is known for its breathtaking views of the pyramids, and more.
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Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
While security monitoring services are often expensive and intrusive, leaving your home unprotected is not worth the risk.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Chip Somodevilla | Afp | Getty Images Meta’s expensive bet on virtual and augmented reality technology is making its way to the Pentagon.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Other locales house hunters may want to keep an eye on include Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Davenport, Iowa; Muncie, Indiana; Springfield, Illinois; and St. Joseph, Missouri, which are among the least expensive metro areas, according to the study.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 30 May 2025
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Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
While security monitoring services are often expensive and intrusive, leaving your home unprotected is not worth the risk.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Chip Somodevilla | Afp | Getty Images Meta’s expensive bet on virtual and augmented reality technology is making its way to the Pentagon.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Other locales house hunters may want to keep an eye on include Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Davenport, Iowa; Muncie, Indiana; Springfield, Illinois; and St. Joseph, Missouri, which are among the least expensive metro areas, according to the study.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expensive
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Maurice felt bad for Nosek over his costly mistake, noting his line had been instrumental in the previous series win over Toronto.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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Try to process what is happening to avoid costly mistakes.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
5 June 2025
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While automation and machine learning are reshaping industries, the most valuable skills in today’s job market are innately human.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Dairy farming is the second-most valuable component of Connecticut’s agricultural sector, according to the state’s Department of Agriculture.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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Companies that prepare thoughtfully and execute with discipline may be more likely to secure premium takeouts or go public on strong terms—with either outcome reinforcing their long-term value.—
Ankit Aggarwal,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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By Boom’s own estimates, the Overture would burn two to three times more fuel per premium seat — first or business class — than a subsonic plane, such as the Airbus A350 or Boeing 787, on an intercontinental flight.—
Edward Russell,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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On Thursday, June 5, The Valley couple, 35 and 41 years old, respectively, welcomed their fourth child into the world, announcing the precious news on Instagram.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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The wide-ranging punishments for such sinful behavior could include a prohibition on wearing gold and other precious jewelry, as well as large tithes to monastic orders and the poor.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
6 June 2025
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An extravagant estate long owned by the late Orange County Air Force major general turned homebuilder and civic leader William Lyon has roared onto the market in Southern California.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
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Nothing extravagant—just a modest suburban home and savings accumulated over a lifetime.—
Joseph Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Expensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expensive. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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