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as in worth
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer
the real value of that house is close to a million dollars
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as in advantage
a quality that gives something special worth
defending the democratic system's intrinsic values
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as in importance
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
the value of a good education cannot be overstated
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as in to treasure
to hold dear
a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of value
Daniel Holz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
For example, figures such as Jared Kushner have talked about Gaza’s coastline in terms of its future economic value.
—Maliha Rahman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Neal Riley, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Politicians in Massachusetts are prohibited from accepting gifts valued at $50 or more given to influence their official actions or because of their official position.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Perhaps because of Chicago’s many diverse neighborhoods, or its blue-collar history, or its frigid winters, the city epitomizes the values of hard work, kindness toward others, humility, and basic common-sense and decency.
—Daniel Holz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
For example, figures such as Jared Kushner have talked about Gaza’s coastline in terms of its future economic value.
—Maliha Rahman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
You are valued and have our support.
—Neal Riley, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Politicians in Massachusetts are prohibited from accepting gifts valued at $50 or more given to influence their official actions or because of their official position.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for value
Noun
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At 40 commercial flights a day, that’s almost seven years’ worth of aviation — for a few weeks of one war.—
Barret Baumgart,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The idea, which SpaceX may choose not to pursue, would be to ease more than $1 trillion worth of stock into the market over several months, rather than all at once, according to people familiar with the matter.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Mullins banked in a 3-pointer in the final minute to counter a small run from the Illini and send the Huskies into the break with a 37-29 advantage.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2026
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Leading 46-44 a few minutes into the fourth quarter, South Carolina scored five straight points, capped by Makeer’s 3-pointer to extend the advantage to seven.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The scout talked about the importance of training to enhance skating and prevent injury but found the emphasis on adding pounds less significant.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Bernthal may have started as Moss-Bachrach's unknown understudy, but now, the playing fields are level — and it's certainly not lost on either star that reaching such a milestone in one's career with one of their closest friends is something to be treasured.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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Prop designer Jennifer Wake adds visual authenticity with vintage items that feel truly treasured across generations.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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About 100 notes were left in the course of the school year, Thompson estimates.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As buyers walk away, the price keeps falling.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Perfect for hands-free phone calls, rear-view camera monitoring and GPS navigation management, this high-end unit from car audio giant Pioneer delivers premium features at a respectable price.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
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This can be a very valuable lesson and can help make the home/work distinction clearer.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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There’s an important distinction between these institutional alternative spaces and real artist-run spaces.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Prevent big spikes Property taxes and home valuations have been a hot topic in Platte County for some time, especially in the last year or so.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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The latest pullbacks have come with the stock market percolating along at historically generous valuations.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Boston Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Value.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/value. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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