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
Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 20 May 2026
That could include fees for access, which Washington says would be unacceptable.
—Reuters, NBC news, 20 May 2026
No-fee overdraft protection No-fee Overdraft Coverage up to $50 for SoFi members with $1,000 or more in total monthly direct deposits.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 20 May 2026
The full amount, including any accumulated interest and fees, remains collectible.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 20 May 2026
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Noun
If the deal fails, SpaceX would pay a $10 billion cash breakup fee to Cursor, which is currently training its wares on xAI’s Colossus 2 supercomputer.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 20 May 2026
That could include fees for access, which Washington says would be unacceptable.
—Reuters, NBC news, 20 May 2026
No-fee overdraft protection No-fee Overdraft Coverage up to $50 for SoFi members with $1,000 or more in total monthly direct deposits.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 20 May 2026
The full amount, including any accumulated interest and fees, remains collectible.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 20 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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But in hiring the three-time Stanley Cup winner, the Ducks earned credibility in terms of coaching acumen and became an attraction for players.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Stefanie Markman joined the division as head of business & legal affairs, while Alix Teppel has come on board as head of marketing & partnerships, and KC Warnke was hired as head of physical production.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Multiple studies in 2024–26 have ranked San Jose as the least affordable housing market in the United States, based on comparisons of home prices to local incomes.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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On Thursday, a tipster sent us a copy of a similar bulletin drafted by Nissan in anticipation of a similar supply crunch—and an accompanying price hike for service departments.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
15 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 25 May. 2026.
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