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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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as in distinctions
a quality that gives something special worth
defending the democratic system's intrinsic values
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as in treasures
to hold dear
a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in estimates
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of values
Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 June 2026
But now the collapse of values at the top has become untenable.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
The actions of one individual do not reflect the values, character, or commitment of the dedicated men and women who serve our community every day.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Then draw spokes connecting to various categories, such as names of other family members; investment accounts; real estate and other assets, insurance policies, estate plans, key goals and values, and contact information for accountants, estate planners, and other professionals.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Feldstein Soto denied wrongdoing and argued that rising legal liability costs reflect broader national trends, post-pandemic litigation backlogs and rising settlement values.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 3 June 2026
Halverson came to understand that many Fridley families held those same values.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Cook’s recent retirement, and the debate over his legacy, offers a powerful case study in what happens when institutional optimization and personal values collide.
—Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Now Kalshi has launched a new category that will let users bet on phenomena like the prices of individual artworks at auction as well as total sales values at particular art auctions.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 27 May 2026
CBS News, 4 June 2026
Lurie partly values Roseman because of his strategic aggressiveness to make sure great players are locked down long term.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Her intention was to establish a nonprofit company that values rigor and innovation, but also collaboration, curiosity, and care for the people creating the work.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
The round, according to calculations based on filings with the British business registry Companies House, values the startup at about $180 million post-money.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Building meaningful relationships with the right retailers and collectors, and introducing the brand to an audience that values depth, design and individuality in high jewelry.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Its underwriting results have historically been more volatile, and investors continue to debate whether the market fully values its combination of insurance, investments, and operating subsidiaries.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Thomas Dollbaum is a songwriter who values atmosphere above all else.
—Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Excellent public schools and classic New England architecture draw families looking for a community that values education and neighborhood character.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Noun
Forecast values calculated by CNBC.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 June 2026
But now the collapse of values at the top has become untenable.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
The actions of one individual do not reflect the values, character, or commitment of the dedicated men and women who serve our community every day.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Then draw spokes connecting to various categories, such as names of other family members; investment accounts; real estate and other assets, insurance policies, estate plans, key goals and values, and contact information for accountants, estate planners, and other professionals.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Feldstein Soto denied wrongdoing and argued that rising legal liability costs reflect broader national trends, post-pandemic litigation backlogs and rising settlement values.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 3 June 2026
Halverson came to understand that many Fridley families held those same values.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Cook’s recent retirement, and the debate over his legacy, offers a powerful case study in what happens when institutional optimization and personal values collide.
—Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Now Kalshi has launched a new category that will let users bet on phenomena like the prices of individual artworks at auction as well as total sales values at particular art auctions.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 27 May 2026
Verb
Forbes currently values Musk's net worth at $826 billion and his stake in SpaceX at $542 billion.
—CBS News, 4 June 2026
Lurie partly values Roseman because of his strategic aggressiveness to make sure great players are locked down long term.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Her intention was to establish a nonprofit company that values rigor and innovation, but also collaboration, curiosity, and care for the people creating the work.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
The round, according to calculations based on filings with the British business registry Companies House, values the startup at about $180 million post-money.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Building meaningful relationships with the right retailers and collectors, and introducing the brand to an audience that values depth, design and individuality in high jewelry.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Its underwriting results have historically been more volatile, and investors continue to debate whether the market fully values its combination of insurance, investments, and operating subsidiaries.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Thomas Dollbaum is a songwriter who values atmosphere above all else.
—Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Excellent public schools and classic New England architecture draw families looking for a community that values education and neighborhood character.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for values
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This demand has contributed to an increase in both home prices and homes with more amenities.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Airfare has gotten more expensive and Potter expects prices are going to stay higher for the immediate future.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
Noun
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According to Keller, one of the most important distinctions people should understand is that policy memoranda do not independently change federal immigration law.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Applying terrorism designations to criminal syndicates, Brazilian officials say, conflicts with domestic legal definitions and risks blurring distinctions underpinning international counterterrorism law.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Ellison treasures loyalty above all else.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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My grandmother treasures a mink coat her father bought her more than 60 years ago.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The World Health Organization estimates that in the West Africa outbreak a decade ago, funeral practices may have contributed to 80% of cases in Sierra Leone and 60% of cases in Guinea.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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Massive changes to Medicaid, the government’s safety-net health program for low-income Americans, passed into law last year could result in 10 million more uninsured individuals over a decade, according to Congressional Budget Office estimates.—
Mike Stobbe,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Some have personal fortunes, including two who previously reported nine-figure net worths.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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An Anthropic spokesperson declined to comment on their stakes or net worths.—
Richard Nieva,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Every wartime president extols the nation’s virtues.—
Michael Kazin,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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Through its characters, the book stages an argument about the virtues of various types of maps—those that are measured, those that are recollected, those that are dreamed.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Maddalena loves traveling to Japan, Hawaii, New York, Paris, Spain and, above all, Italy, her beloved country.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The industry loves talking about the circular economy, but the trail of money, or the lack thereof, tells a different story.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Verb
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This also assesses how well a leader knows their direct reports.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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And amenities assesses the availability of seven popular park features — basketball hoops; off-leash dog parks; playgrounds; splashpads and other water-play structures; sports fields; recreation and senior centers; and restrooms.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
20 May 2026
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“Values.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/values. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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