as in expensive
commanding a large price
an extremely valuable diamond necklace
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Recent Examples of valuable
Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 19 July 2025
In its statement to PEOPLE, the Atlanta Police Department urged citizens to take part in its Clean Car Campaign, and to remove valuables from their vehicle.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 15 July 2025
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
However, the injury has robbed Austin of valuable time to build chemistry with Aaron Rodgers.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
To find yours, add up your assets, such as bank accounts, stock holdings, physical valuables and home equity, before subtracting your liabilities, which include credit card debt, student loans and mortgage balances.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 19 July 2025
In its statement to PEOPLE, the Atlanta Police Department urged citizens to take part in its Clean Car Campaign, and to remove valuables from their vehicle.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 15 July 2025
Noun
Clovers also provide a valuable source of nectar to native pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
However, the injury has robbed Austin of valuable time to build chemistry with Aaron Rodgers.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuable
Adjective
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Pictured below are the six most expensive houses sold in Little Rock for the week of July 21-25.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 Aug. 2025
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But perhaps what’s even more interesting is that it’s somehow become less expensive than the $32,780 2011 LEAF.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Aug. 2025
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These old Zinfandel vineyards are considered to be American historical treasures, given that most commercial vineyards are pulled out at around 30 years of age.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The historic casino, located across from Fremont Street Experience, is full of miscellaneous treasures and antiques, including a chandelier from Figaro Opera House in Paris, a giant brass boar from Nice, and a 1927 Pullman train car.—
Alex Schechter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Plastics Technology Readiness Matrix Preserving Social License to Operate As global awareness of environmental justice rises, companies that proactively address community siting, health impacts, and international waste flows will preserve operating licenses and avoid costly litigation.—
Trond Arne Undheim,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Despite strong performances from key players like Phil Foden and Erling Haaland, City's push for a fourth straight league crown was derailed by a few costly draws late in the campaign.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Since the revival of earmarks in a limited capacity in 2021, Connecticut and other states have seen a windfall from federal funding bills.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
20 Aug. 2025
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This continued disruption to the flow of the cricket season perhaps explains why even the cash windfall that has just landed will not soften the stance of the competition’s arch-critics.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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These precious spaces, from Niagara Falls to Harlem’s Riverbank State Park — connect communities, foster environmental justice, and ensure equal access to nature for all — regardless of ZIP code or income.—
Paul Steely White,
New York Daily News,
12 Aug. 2025
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Because pilots have become such a precious resource, integral to defending the infantry, Ukraine is working to relocate as many of them as possible away from the frontlines to integrated remote operations.—
ERIC SCHMIDT,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Where to Find Them While high-end retailers offer marble boxes, Berkus suggests exploring secondhand options for unique finds.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Aug. 2025
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Plus, so many of our favorite finds are on sale at the moment with discounts up to 50 percent off.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Interest in men’s linen pants and pinstripe pants echoed this demand for premium casual wear.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Aug. 2025
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And that’s going to define not just premium services, but the entire workforce moving forward.—
Erik Jost,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For people like me that live in small spaces where every inch counts, the Rey Chair is a godsend.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2025
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Home of Pope John Paul II was a godsend for small town Wadowice, the town of around 17,500 in Poland where Pope John Paul II was raised, has benefited massively, according to Piotr Polak, a guide at the museum in John Paul’s childhood home.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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“Valuable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valuable. Accessed 30 Aug. 2025.
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