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also pricy
as in expensive
commanding a large price
a small boutique selling pricey women's clothing
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Recent Examples of pricey
Albeit pricey, this packable dry steamer produces a finer vapor that is also highly antimicrobial.
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
But in congested areas, Starlink can charge a one-time demand surcharge of $500 to $1,500, while limiting new customers to the pricier $120 Residential Max plan.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 15 May 2026
If 2017, while running for re-election, the Crumbie report says then-Mayor Stewart joined the pricey Hartford Club and billed the recurring expense to the city.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Adding a new step to your routine doesn’t need to be pricey, though — SheGlam’s face primer selection includes options that hydrate, color-correct, and minimize pores starting at $8.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
But in congested areas, Starlink can charge a one-time demand surcharge of $500 to $1,500, while limiting new customers to the pricier $120 Residential Max plan.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 15 May 2026
If 2017, while running for re-election, the Crumbie report says then-Mayor Stewart joined the pricey Hartford Club and billed the recurring expense to the city.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Adding a new step to your routine doesn’t need to be pricey, though — SheGlam’s face primer selection includes options that hydrate, color-correct, and minimize pores starting at $8.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pricey
Adjective
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These systems are far more expensive than housing and supportive services.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Fuel shortages mean transporting goods is more expensive, so prices for energy, food, medicine and other basic items have also risen as supplies begin to dwindle.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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The systems, recurring revenue, customer relationships and operational structure inside your business are usually far more valuable than the furniture or laptops sitting in the office.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The most valuable logo locations were the right pant leg, which is usually featured in the photo of the finish, at roughly $229,000, followed by the left pant leg at $154,000 and the ball cap worn during the interview at $135,000.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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According to company materials, many firms still rely heavily on manual processes and legacy tools, leaving room for costly miscommunication and delays.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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In a move all too familiar to amateur golfers, the South African golfer was late to his tee time but, rather than being given a slight telling off, Higgo had to accept a costly punishment.—
Thomas Schlachter,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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“Pricey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pricey. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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