values 1 of 2

plural of value
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as in prices
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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values

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verb

present tense third-person singular of value

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Recent Examples of values
Noun
Our responsibility is to provide accurate medical information, compassionate counseling and the full range of medically reasonable options so patients can make informed decisions consistent with their values. — Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026 Sayegh also puts her staying power down to her father’s influence, which instilled core values like honoring deals, treating people with respect and booking movies based on audience demand and not personal taste. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2026 If anyone can reconstruct Apéry’s reasoning, the odd values of zeta may finally be proven irrational. — Lyndie Chiou, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2026 When so many are struggling to pay their bills, voters are concerned about the impact on utility rates, water use, noise and property values. — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026 Her biggest impact this season went far beyond the score, gaining widespread notoriety for standing firm for her values off the court. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Waning appetite to transact is simultaneously weighing on British home values. — CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026 Look For Values Alignment One effective tactic is to prioritize values alignment over net worth. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026 To me, the GV70 is one of the best values in the luxury SUV category. — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
The deal values the Caribbean resort chain at $6 billion and is expected to boost growth for both companies, according to CNBC. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 If an organization truly values the voice of the customer, then the leaders closest to that voice need to be part of the conversations shaping business direction. — Alexi Hatch, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026 However, California has long been considered a region that values vegetable-forward cuisine. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Boone values balance in the lineup and the Yanks haven’t had much of it. — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026 The agreement, which is expected to close early next year, values Sandals at $6 billion. — Cj Haddad, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026 For instance, an individual who values structure may clash with someone who thrives in a more flexible environment. — Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026 But the biggest thing Cunningham is looking for is someone who values the players. — CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026 Pochettino still clearly values his unique bond with Tottenham Hotspur fans, a relationship that means the world to him. — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for values
Noun
  • Republicans have expressed growing pessimism about their chances in the election, which will determine control of Congress, as the president has repeatedly dismissed concerns about high costs and gas prices as his unpopular war in Iran drags on.
    — MICHELLE L. PRICE, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The cost of steel is up more than 50%, while copper and aluminum prices have nearly doubled, according to Julio Dal Poz, a managing director at FTI Consulting’s energy transition practice.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • How a blood pressure wearable actually works Not every device on your wrist does the same thing, and for anyone weighing a switch from an arm cuff, the distinctions are critical.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
  • For the first time this season, Kyle Larson heads to Kansas Speedway with two specific distinctions.
    — Reid Spencer, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Torres now treasures a Bible recovered near the spot where Olvera's body was found.
    — Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Ellison treasures loyalty above all else.
    — Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The free cash flow generated over the past year alone is enough to repurchase 8% to 10% of shares outstanding, BofA estimates.
    — Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Georgia Power estimates this system will deliver 900 million dollars in net savings for ordinary customers over the working life of the reactors.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Voters in his home state of California will vote on a billionaires' tax this fall, which would impose a one-time 5% tax on Californians with net worths of $1 billion or more.
    — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The world’s richest entrepreneurs have watched their net worths skyrocket and plummet at the whim of the stock market.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • What unites these seemingly disparate topics is Wilson’s knack for putting himself into scenarios with unusual people that lead him into unexpected territory—a lesson in the virtues of simple observation.
    — Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Unused Electronics Pope extols the virtues of clearing your house of all useless electronics.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • American Horror Story loves nothing more than making viewers squirm.
    — Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2026
  • This faux fur blanket is a particular favorite in my household — my husband appreciates the mid-weight warmth and plush feel, and our pup loves curling up next to her dad on the soft bubbled surface.
    — Vivien Lee, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The Question Worth Asking In The Boardroom For CEOs and CHROs, the relevant question is not how a leader assesses their own effectiveness.
    — Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026
  • For its part, McDonald's lets franchisees set their own prices, but the company assesses how operators' menu prices help deliver value.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026

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“Values.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/values. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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