How to Use valuable in a Sentence

valuable

1 of 2 adjective

• She is a valuable member of the staff.
• A lot of valuable advice can be found in this book.
• I learned a valuable lesson.
• The watch is extremely valuable.
• He made many valuable contributions to the field of science.
• Please don't waste my time. My time is very valuable.
• Clean air is a valuable natural resource that needs to be protected.
• The volunteers provide a valuable service to the community.
• Fishing has taught me many valuable lessons through the years.
  — Jordan Rodriguez, Idaho Statesman, 26 Jan. 2024
• That currency just might be the most valuable one in the long run for venues.
  — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 1 Nov. 2023
• Choudhury showed that nonstop flights in the same time zone were not that valuable.
  — Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2023
• These insights would also be valuable for the U.S. armed forces.
  — Alexandra Chinchilla and Sam Rosenberg, Foreign Affairs, 22 Sep. 2023
• The increase alone would put Arm among the world’s 500 most valuable companies.
  — Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 9 Feb. 2024
• Then there's the reveal of just how valuable some of these antiques are, to the astonishment of the owner.
  — Madeline Boardman, EW.com, 22 Feb. 2024
• To her, a gift that’s both thoughtful and unique is more valuable than a specific brand or price point.
  — Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 12 Dec. 2023
• Ohtani’s impact largely came on the field, where he was named the most valuable player of the tournament.
  — Brad Lefton, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2023
• The same year, the United Kingdom and the US became the country’s most valuable export markets.
  — Simone McCarthy, CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
• Either way, having the right card in your wallet is valuable.
  — Emily Sherman, wsj.com, 26 Sep. 2023
• The sculpted seat, which comes in tan and gray, easily slides under the counter to save you valuable island space.
  — Addie Morton, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2024
• At this time of year, snow poses no risk to the valley’s most valuable natural asset: the grapevines.
  — Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Feb. 2023
• The person who bought the Angels, for instance, had a shot at receiving a valuable Shohei Ohtani card.
  — Ken Belson, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2024
• His opposition means the Senate will have to spend valuable floor time on it.
  — Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
• And, of course, knowledge about grammar, science or math is valuable too.
  — Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2023
• The episode unfolded with Sesame Street bathed in the golden hues of a gentle sunrise, setting the stage for a day filled with valuable lessons.
  — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Jan. 2024
• With its forest of nutmeg, a spice worth its weight in gold at the time, Rhun used to be one of the world’s most valuable patches of real estate.
  — Muktita Suhartono Nyimas Laula, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2024
• Today, though, was a big day for Apple, the world’s most valuable company.
  — WSJ, 12 Sep. 2023
• The company briefly overtook Apple as the most valuable company in the world.
  — Michelle Cheng, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2024
• His speed has been a valuable tool in virtually every aspect of the game.
  — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2024
• Olive oil is currently more valuable than crude oil (crude oil right now is less than a tenth of the price of olive oil, sitting at about $670 per metric ton).
  — Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2023
• With practically all the music in the world available on YouTube and streaming, of course a live concert will feel more valuable.
  — Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2023

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valuable

2 of 2 noun

• Inside the lodge is the mill’s old vault, where money and valuables were stored.
  — Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2023
• Brink’s, in turn, arranged for Air Canada to fly the valuables between the two cities.
  — Geoffrey Morgan, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2023
• Some may have held onto their baubles in the pools to prevent the valuables from being stolen.
  — Franz Lidz, New York Times, 1 May 2023
• With the help of Spencer, they’ll get rid of the old and even make some cash from selling unwanted valuables.
  — oregonlive, 11 July 2023
• The museum is filled to the brim with bracelets, swords, and other valuables that have been retrieved from the bogs.
  — Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2024
• How to avoid it: Secure all of your valuables before heading out for the day.
  — Andrea Sachs, Twin Cities, 10 Aug. 2019
• The suspect then stole her purse and valuables and is seen fleeing the scene on the surveillance footage.
  — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2023
• Four of the victims were tied up in the living room as the suspects demanded to know where the valuables were kept.
  — Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner, 17 Sep. 2023
• Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked.
  — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2023
• It’s equipped with plenty of spacious pockets to hold all of your valuables, too.
  — Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2023
• There's even an RFID-blocking pocket to keep your valuables safe from theft.
  — Rachel Simon, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2023
• While the Queen doesn't own the coveted Crown Jewels, the monarch does have a trove of valuables worth quite a pretty penny.
  — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, 26 July 2018
• Firetrucks lined the street, smoke choked the air and ash rained down as residents hurried to pack valuables into their cars.
  — Anchorage Daily News, 28 Oct. 2019
• There’s another zipper on the back, where the bag meets your body, to store valuables like your wallet or keys.
  — Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 18 Oct. 2023
• Light and heat don’t get in, and potential thieves can’t see valuables left inside.
  — Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 26 Oct. 2019
• It can also be used to keep smartphones, keys and other valuables dry.
  — Doreen Christensen, sun-sentinel.com, 12 Dec. 2019
• The slim fit and banded cuffs will also help block the wind, while zippered side pockets keep your valuables safe.
  — Paula Lee, Glamour, 3 Jan. 2024
• The best way to keep your valuables safe while traveling is to make sure your bag is fully enclosed and wear it close to your front.
  — Elizabeth Marino, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2023
• People searched for days through the wreckage looking for valuables.
  — Keir Simmons, NBC News, 20 Sep. 2023
• In terms of features, the hood is removable, the cuffs are adjustable, and there are plenty of pockets to keep your hands and valuables dry.
  — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2023
• Attach one to your suitcase or throw one in your wallet to keep a closer eye on your valuables.
  — Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2024
• The thieves are also accused of stealing credit cards and other valuables from some of the victims.
  — Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 4 Apr. 2023
• Unlike abatements, the city tries to prevent valuables from being thrown away.
  — Gary Warth, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2023
• As Withington and Allen were handing over their valuables, Tom got impatient and shot the teacher in the head.
  — Julia Bricklin, Smithsonian, 24 Sep. 2019
• As Woodard began to turn over valuables, a second man yanked open the driver's door and shot into the car multiple times.
  — Ashley Luthern, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2019
• Use a secure money belt or put your valuables in an inside pocket away out of reach.
  — Erica Lamberg, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2020
• The courts now prefer that volunteers wait until the hand has emerged clutching valuables.
  — The Economist, 5 Sep. 2019
• Wear the bag with the exterior pouch facing your chest to use it as an anti-theft feature for your valuables.
  — Andie Kanaras, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2024
• There's a hidden magnetic closure that keeps all your valuables safe and sound.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 18 July 2023
• The trendy puffer silhouette is perfect for the colder months, and the zipper closure will keep your valuables secure.
  — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023

Last Updated: 7 May 2024