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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
Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 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
Every effort must reflect the organization’s core mission and values while staying grounded in the operational reality of frontline workers.
—Iain Martin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
What are your values and vision?
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
On the drive, the passing billboards become a kind of surreal distillation of American values.
—Literary Hub, 21 May 2026
These pieces showcase cultural narratives, stories, and values, expressing something about human life that only the best art can.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 20 May 2026
Illness has long been seen as a measure of our character, even of our moral values.
—Tom Levenson, Time, 20 May 2026
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
This should alarm every San Diegan who values marine life and coastal conservation.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 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
History shows Carrick knows his worth, but also values the United position.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 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
New York’s antiquated assessment system values properties far below their market value and leaves a small number of apartments valued at $5 million or more.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 11 May 2026
Noun
Halverson came to understand that many Fridley families held those same values.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 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
Every effort must reflect the organization’s core mission and values while staying grounded in the operational reality of frontline workers.
—Iain Martin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
What are your values and vision?
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
On the drive, the passing billboards become a kind of surreal distillation of American values.
—Literary Hub, 21 May 2026
These pieces showcase cultural narratives, stories, and values, expressing something about human life that only the best art can.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 20 May 2026
Illness has long been seen as a measure of our character, even of our moral values.
—Tom Levenson, Time, 20 May 2026
Verb
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
This should alarm every San Diegan who values marine life and coastal conservation.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 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
History shows Carrick knows his worth, but also values the United position.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 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
New York’s antiquated assessment system values properties far below their market value and leaves a small number of apartments valued at $5 million or more.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for values
Noun
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Iran's ability to impede shipping traffic through the strait, which transports roughly 20% of the world's oil, has roiled the global economy and driven up gas prices in the United States.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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Residential electricity prices have jumped 27% since 2019, and they’re expected to climb another 40% by 2030.—
Iulia Lupse,
Sun Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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But those distinctions haven’t broken through to consumers, many who seek out electric bicycles and going home with electric motorcycles, Moore said.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
24 May 2026
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Among other distinctions, de-SPAC transactions were permitted to use forward-looking financial projections protected by safe harbor—a right denied to traditional IPO filers.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
24 May 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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Bernstein estimates sports contracts will make up only about 30% of volumes by 2030.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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For the top eight multi-state operators, each generating more than $200 million in annual revenue, the firm estimates those companies could have seen as much as a 57% increase in 2025 net income absent the provision.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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The measure would impose a one-time 5% tax on Californians with net worths of $1 billion or more.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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According to a 2024 Bank of America study, 48 percent of American families with net worths between $5 million and $20 million reported having or planning to establish funding their own organizations by 2029.—
Angelica Villa,
ARTnews.com,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Well, take your picture of virtues for brave soldiers here, virtue itself being a word, while brave or bravery apparently didn’t fit.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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From Breakfast Casserole to Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, Southern Living readers know a thing or two about the virtues of a bake-it-and-take-it meal.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
Verb
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Point is, my daughter loves it so much—it, the world the books make for her.—
Ian Mackenzie,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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The companies that scale agentic coding without a Q2 surprise will be the ones that put a meter on the tool before handing it to the team that loves it most.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
26 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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In this episode, Klain talks about the role USAID played in responding to the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic, and assesses whether today’s outbreak poses more or less of a risk to people in the United States.—
NPR,
NPR,
19 May 2026
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