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as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a high-end haberdashery that serves its clients by appointment only
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as in expensive
commanding a large price
high-end digital cameras intended for professionals and serious amateurs
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Recent Examples of high-end
Now, with Washington under contract through 2030 and Freiermuth through 2028, the Steelers have some high-end talent and stability at the position to go along with Nowakowski’s versatility.
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Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 June 2026
The interior is finished in Siberian spruce, with oak panel flooring, which is a luxurious upgrade from the vinyl usually seen even in high-end tiny houses, and helps its overall appearance seem closer to a wooden cabin than a typical modern tiny house.
—New Atlas, 3 June 2026
Liberty police are investigating a break-in at a trading-card store in which investigators said high-end and rare sports cards were stolen early Monday morning.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
One has a very high-end chip, the Core Ultra X7 358H with ARC B390 Graphics, while the other has a lower-end version, the Core Ultra 5 325 with Intel Graphics.
—Michael J. Miller, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
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Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 June 2026
The interior is finished in Siberian spruce, with oak panel flooring, which is a luxurious upgrade from the vinyl usually seen even in high-end tiny houses, and helps its overall appearance seem closer to a wooden cabin than a typical modern tiny house.
—New Atlas, 3 June 2026
Liberty police are investigating a break-in at a trading-card store in which investigators said high-end and rare sports cards were stolen early Monday morning.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
One has a very high-end chip, the Core Ultra X7 358H with ARC B390 Graphics, while the other has a lower-end version, the Core Ultra 5 325 with Intel Graphics.
—Michael J. Miller, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-end
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To truly put your most fashionable foot forward, spring for the splurge-worthy Rag & Bone Emilee Ballet Sneakers—the on-trend sneakerinas are now over $100 off.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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This is an island that attracts a fashionable globetrotting crowd, and loyal St Regis fans—arguably one in the same.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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With earnings now in the background, analysts have been warning that the tech companies benefiting from interest in artificial intelligence may have become too expensive.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 June 2026
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These goods and services are getting more expensive due to spillover from massive tech company investments in artificial intelligence.—
Shira Ovide,
Washington Post,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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Stay tuned for more exclusive editorial and social content from the night, including video interviews, outtakes, and more.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
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Higher tiers mean better, more exclusive perks, like free breakfast, VIP deals of up to 25% off, and priority customer support, but members of all tiers get access to Insider Deals.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 June 2026
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The most valuable goods sit at the center of the bazaar, with prices becoming more accessible toward the outer edges.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Several of Mourinho’s calls from his first spell are still remembered fondly — from his commitment to Angel Di Maria to short-term solutions such as Emmanuel Adebayor, whose half-season loan spell from Manchester City proved highly valuable during a crucial stretch of 2010-11.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Inside the sparse, upscale abode, cardboard moving boxes are still scattered across the entryway, and his shelves lack ingredients.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Cellphone records later located his phone a few blocks from an upscale mall in Zapopan.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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For a seven-night Alaska cruise in 2026, travelers can expect to pay roughly $1,200 to $2,500 per person for a balcony cabin on a premium cruise line, before taxes, gratuities and shore excursions.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Read more about what the AI price reckoning means for the valuations of OpenAI and Anthropic, which have built their business models on premium pricing.—
Deirdre Bosa,Jasmine Wu,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Given its elegant design and everyday practicality, this breezy dress can go just about anywhere.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Its beautiful white flowers make for an elegant addition to any yard.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
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Since entering the race, Raman has criticized Bass’ Inside Safe homelessness initiative as too costly, while arguing Los Angeles needs more aggressive structural reforms to address housing affordability, homelessness and city services.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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The Sacramento Fire Department has already piloted some alternative response strategies, but officials said expanding those programs citywide could be costly.—
Reeti Malhotra
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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“High-end.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-end. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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