as in costs
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 hires
to provide with a paying job
the townspeople fee country lasses as housemaids, nurses, and cooks
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Recent Examples of fees
Cara Rubinsky, Arkansas Online, 1 Mar. 2026
Still, some council members are leery of adding any new revenue-raising fees after the debacle of charging for parking at Balboa Park and the outcry from homeowners over the trash fees.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
They were introduced for students in England and Wales in 2012, after the coalition government tripled tuition fees from £3,290 to £9,000 per year (there are no fees for students from Scotland, and they’re capped at about half the rate in Northern Ireland).
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 1 Mar. 2026
In addition, Kalshi is refunding fees related to the market and reimbursing anyone who purchased shares after Khamenei’s death.
—Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2026
Those fees collected would be directed towards a state treasury fund and would be used to support survivors of firearm injuries and boost gun violence prevention efforts.
—Otis Moss Iii, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Retirees are able to purchase property with an Alien Land Holding License and additional fees.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
The builders would receive rebates on impact and permit fees, while homebuyers would get $45,000 in down payment assistance, with a further $10,000 given to first responders.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
In Waterfield’s view, the single biggest obstacle for genetic genealogy is the cost of lab work and rising upload fees associated with the DNA databases relied upon by investigators.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 21 Feb. 2026
Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
And the countries that closed their airspace will miss out on the overflight fees airlines pay for crossing overhead.
—Cara Rubinsky, Arkansas Online, 1 Mar. 2026
Still, some council members are leery of adding any new revenue-raising fees after the debacle of charging for parking at Balboa Park and the outcry from homeowners over the trash fees.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
They were introduced for students in England and Wales in 2012, after the coalition government tripled tuition fees from £3,290 to £9,000 per year (there are no fees for students from Scotland, and they’re capped at about half the rate in Northern Ireland).
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 1 Mar. 2026
In addition, Kalshi is refunding fees related to the market and reimbursing anyone who purchased shares after Khamenei’s death.
—Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2026
Those fees collected would be directed towards a state treasury fund and would be used to support survivors of firearm injuries and boost gun violence prevention efforts.
—Otis Moss Iii, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Retirees are able to purchase property with an Alien Land Holding License and additional fees.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
The builders would receive rebates on impact and permit fees, while homebuyers would get $45,000 in down payment assistance, with a further $10,000 given to first responders.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
In Waterfield’s view, the single biggest obstacle for genetic genealogy is the cost of lab work and rising upload fees associated with the DNA databases relied upon by investigators.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
The reforms reduced incentives for policyholders, contractors and attorneys to sue insurers with little risk of having to pay insurers’ attorneys fees whether or not the suits were successful.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fees
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That will add hours to those flights and consume additional fuel, adding to the costs airlines will have to absorb.—
CARA RUBINSKY,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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The watchdog agency’s panel recommended Friday that the costs of the proceedings be taxed against Peffer, in addition to the 30-day suspension, public reprimand and fine.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Whether a homeowner handles maintenance themselves or hires help, BBB encourages working with trustworthy professionals, especially for specialized tasks.—
Jan Diaz,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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The site hires teachers for both part-time and full-time remote positions around the country.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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So ticket prices could quickly start to increase if the conflict lingers.—
CARA RUBINSKY,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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Right now, members-only prices start at $6—but only for a limited time.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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During the pilot, Dutton meets with an old comrade from his days as a Navy SEAL who gradually recruits him into their four-person Marshal team.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Rudnev no longer preaches, recruits followers, or leads any group.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The state's Division of Family and Children Services employs about 7,500 staff.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The refinery is about 100 miles north of Dallas and employs about 270 people.—
Patrick Danner,
San Antonio Express-News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The event pays tribute to Air Force Master Sgt.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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The general public pays more for goods and services without the cheap labor of immigrants.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Fees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fees. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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