as in cost
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something
my dentist's fees seem to increase with every visit
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as in to hire
to provide with a paying job
the townspeople fee country lasses as housemaids, nurses, and cooks
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Recent Examples of fee
Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
License fees, based upon data from the Assembly Appropriations Committee, would be at least $2,700, depending on how many designers can afford to shut down their practice, take an onerous national exam, and then a California Supplemental Examination.
—Doug McCauley, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
For people without insurance, talking with a doctor can open the door to samples, coupons or nonprofit support that take some of the sting out of the recurring sensor fees.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
The defense argues that the attorneys’ fees demand is excessive.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 27 May 2026
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Noun
Among those who remain independent, a growing number have embraced concierge medicine, a model in which patients pay an annual fee (typically several thousand dollars, with some practices charging $20,000 or more) for enhanced access and personalized care.
—Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
License fees, based upon data from the Assembly Appropriations Committee, would be at least $2,700, depending on how many designers can afford to shut down their practice, take an onerous national exam, and then a California Supplemental Examination.
—Doug McCauley, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
For people without insurance, talking with a doctor can open the door to samples, coupons or nonprofit support that take some of the sting out of the recurring sensor fees.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
The defense argues that the attorneys’ fees demand is excessive.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fee
Noun
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As workers and retirees decide where to live, states that have low tax and regulatory burdens, targeted relief, and stronger budget discipline tend to gain residents, income, and reduce costs for families.—
Nicole Huyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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The states welcoming private nuclear innovation are already building the answer, and when supply grows, costs come down.—
Iulia Lupse,
Sun Sentinel,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The couple did hire a supervisory electrician, but otherwise, Paul put down the HVAC himself and the flooring, among other things.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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While much of those gains are concentrated in a few select sectors like health care, those two reports prompted some cautious optimism about hiring picking back up in 2026.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Spend time walking around, snapping photos, or visiting the small interactive museum, ZOOOM, where a short 3D film flies viewers over the mountain range; admission is included in the ticket price.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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The result has been higher prices for less reliable power.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
Verb
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What sets the Housewives apart in reality TV is the savvy way the ladies employ and respond to this information.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
25 May 2026
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Other car manufacturers employ this same process.—
Brett Berk,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The doctors are meticulous about the medical side of operations, spending two years cherry picking the best new technologies and recruiting a team of doctors and therapists from some of Europe’s most respected spas, including Lanserhof, Chenot, and the Mayr clinics.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Alina Puri scored in regulation for the Griffins (14-4-1), while Benedictine recruit Emma Lukin and Belmont commit Ava Feigl converted in the shootout.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
Verb
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Suzuki added that the Angels remain focused on winning and haven’t paid the chants too much attention.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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To earn cash back, pay at least the minimum due on time.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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“Fee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fee. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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