as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
encouraging Girl Scouts to sell more cookies by offering premiums
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as in expensive
commanding a large price
lavish feasts at which premium wines flowed freely
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Recent Examples of premium
Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
The American automaker is already under immense pressure to launch its budget EV model to expand its lineup beyond premium models.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025
Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The premium tax credits initially drafted under Obamacare were enhanced under the Biden administration amid the coronavirus pandemic.
—Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 2 Oct. 2025
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Noun
In addition to their regular economy offering, airlines are also introducing new or refreshed premium economy cabins.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
The American automaker is already under immense pressure to launch its budget EV model to expand its lineup beyond premium models.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Upgrade the outfield defense Ideally, the Giants acquire a premium center fielder and move Jung Hoo Lee to a corner.
—Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The premium tax credits initially drafted under Obamacare were enhanced under the Biden administration amid the coronavirus pandemic.
—Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premium
Noun
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The prize carries a cash award of 11 million Swedish kronor ($1 million).—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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The trio won the physics prize for their research on the weird world of subatomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For a ski station closer to Tokyo and less expensive than Niseko, try Nekoma Mountain in Fukushima province.—
Kristin Braswell,
AFAR Media,
7 Oct. 2025
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In typical hypercar fashion, the car just sat there in the parking lot looking pretty and expensive during the parade and didn't move.—
Keenan Thompson,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Today, the Nobel Prize in Physics remains widely regarded as the most prestigious award in the discipline.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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The award will honor the best drama project selected from the MIA Drama Co-production Market & Pitching Forum, as chosen by a jury from Sony Pictures Television.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Undoubtedly, there are players with potential and talent at Tuchel’s disposal, but very little valuable experience in a position that requires more maturity and discipline.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The aftermath of that tragedy taught him a valuable life lesson about how the chaos of the world could affect the global financial sector.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The short list and nominators remain a secret, and documents revealing the details of the selection process for the accolades are sealed from public view for 50 years.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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And for all the deserved accolades to European captain Luke Donald, such a man exists on that side.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The verdict is still out as to whether September’s pullback in cattle futures is a temporary pause in an ongoing climb higher or the first sign of lasting relief in a costly beef cycle.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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But its stock’s advance has lagged that of rival GM as costly recalls to fix quality defects have detracted from Farley’s strategic refocusing and efforts to improve profit margins.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Nonetheless, commonplace platitudes about honor and bravery take precedence over the feminist undertones Wyatt may aspire to.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, state lawmakers in Pennsylvania, Oklahoma and Illinois moved to establish state holidays in Kirk’s honor, while proposals in Arizona and Florida would rename highways after him.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For example, buyers need to consider how to store it — and whether to pay for the security and insurance required to keep precious metals in their homes.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
8 Oct. 2025
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While they’re usually made from a hard plastic and can take up precious space in your drawer or cabinet, these funnels are made from flexible silicone and have a space-saving, foldable design to make storing them a breeze.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Premium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premium. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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