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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
Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
The following watches, all calibrated for hyper-accurate timing, are linked to specific cars or types of cars, with matching aesthetics, materials, and/or values.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Apple’s newest iPhone 17 and Air models, Jim has said, are huge bargains because of trade-in values combined with incentives from cellular providers like T-Mobile and Verizon .
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Crewe Tractor’s story proves that a business guided by values, responsibility, and community care can turn criticism into trust, engagement, and even inspiration.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
The role also requires ensuring AI solutions align with Netflix’s values around safety, fairness, and transparency.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
The Oscars wrestle, in real time, with their own values, and even look beyond the movies themselves.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Kirk was a prolific podcaster, known for debating and defending his conservative, Christian values on the show.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Middleton and McCollum, on the other hand, should help Keefe establish an offense that values making the extra pass and searching for the best possible shots.
—Josh Robbins, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Each fragrance delivers a subtle, unexpected twist, making this sleek, sophisticated collection the perfect gift for the fragrance lover who values artistry, nuance, and effortless French elegance.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
This is not about politics — every person who values their neighbor must denounce violence in all forms and commit to meaningful action to address the gun violence epidemic.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Critics say the list wrongly values prestige more than social mobility.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Sep. 2025
As someone who values her personal space, getting stuck in the middle seat can be too much to bear.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
While journeying through the meticulous sign of Virgo — an Earth sign that values practicality and discernment — the love planet isn’t easily swayed by grand gestures.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
OpenAI leads the pack (Forge values it at $324 billion), followed by four-year-old Anthropic at $178 billion, with xAI at $90 billion, according to Forge.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
Noun
The capsule includes just six pieces, each with a hangtag detailing its techniques and materials to better communicate the brand’s values to the customer.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
The following watches, all calibrated for hyper-accurate timing, are linked to specific cars or types of cars, with matching aesthetics, materials, and/or values.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Apple’s newest iPhone 17 and Air models, Jim has said, are huge bargains because of trade-in values combined with incentives from cellular providers like T-Mobile and Verizon .
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
Crewe Tractor’s story proves that a business guided by values, responsibility, and community care can turn criticism into trust, engagement, and even inspiration.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
The role also requires ensuring AI solutions align with Netflix’s values around safety, fairness, and transparency.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
The Oscars wrestle, in real time, with their own values, and even look beyond the movies themselves.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Kirk was a prolific podcaster, known for debating and defending his conservative, Christian values on the show.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
Univision values its relationship with the president, too.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Middleton and McCollum, on the other hand, should help Keefe establish an offense that values making the extra pass and searching for the best possible shots.
—Josh Robbins, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Each fragrance delivers a subtle, unexpected twist, making this sleek, sophisticated collection the perfect gift for the fragrance lover who values artistry, nuance, and effortless French elegance.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
This is not about politics — every person who values their neighbor must denounce violence in all forms and commit to meaningful action to address the gun violence epidemic.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Critics say the list wrongly values prestige more than social mobility.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Sep. 2025
As someone who values her personal space, getting stuck in the middle seat can be too much to bear.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
While journeying through the meticulous sign of Virgo — an Earth sign that values practicality and discernment — the love planet isn’t easily swayed by grand gestures.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
OpenAI leads the pack (Forge values it at $324 billion), followed by four-year-old Anthropic at $178 billion, with xAI at $90 billion, according to Forge.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for values
Noun
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While these prices are great as is, Prime members can save even more with member-exclusive discounts.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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Scores of employees put their houses on the market at once, causing prices to drop and sales to slow.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Even if those made stateless were among the first to be deported, legal distinctions ceased to matter at some point.—
Time,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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But the distinctions are essential in the tax universe.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The line’s latest fall drop is full of the very accessories that Gaines treasures most.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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The young designer treasures seeing recipients’ reactions firsthand.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Since some people recover from listeriosis without medical attention and never get tested, the CDC estimates that the actual number of people ill is probably substantially higher than reported, and that the outbreak may not be restricted to the states shown below.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office's most recent analysis from June estimates 16 million Americans will lose their health care coverage by 2034 due to the cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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What are Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban’s net worths?—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
30 Sep. 2025
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Where large institutions once dominated early and growth-stage financings, family offices, operators, and high-net-worths are increasingly filling the gap.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The document recognizes her contributions in the social and cultural spheres and describes her as a role model for her efforts and virtues, the Ecuadorian outlet El Universo reported.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
29 Sep. 2025
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These proposals have certain virtues.—
ANDRIY ZAGORODNYUK,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On some level, everybody loves Taylor Swift.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Our parent judge loves that these dolls are made from the high-quality materials that stand up to play.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Here, The Athletic assesses each of Dewsbury-Hall’s yellow cards to date and whether Everton have any cause for complaint.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Finally, impact strength assesses a material’s ability to absorb sudden shocks without shattering, highlighting that the hardness alone doesn’t always mean toughness.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Values.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/values. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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