as in costly
commanding a large price
expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford
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Recent Examples of expensive
As interest rates rise, borrowing becomes more expensive, which can slow down the property market.
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Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Related article Everything seems more expensive, so why is a big new TV cheaper than ever?
XXL TVs are mirroring the growth of what four years ago were considered extra-large televisions: 65-inch models that customers scooped up during the pandemic.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
The report found that the more expensive retail goods would lead to a $46 billion decrease in purchasing power, if Trump imposes both universal tariffs and especially high China rates.
—Annie Nova,rebecca Picciotto, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The Ukrainian servicemen who spoke to CNN said Russia has other advantages too, like countless drones, expensive aircraft and more vehicles that enable fighting during the muddy fall and winter.
—Lauren Kent, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Related article Everything seems more expensive, so why is a big new TV cheaper than ever?
XXL TVs are mirroring the growth of what four years ago were considered extra-large televisions: 65-inch models that customers scooped up during the pandemic.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
The report found that the more expensive retail goods would lead to a $46 billion decrease in purchasing power, if Trump imposes both universal tariffs and especially high China rates.
—Annie Nova,rebecca Picciotto, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The Ukrainian servicemen who spoke to CNN said Russia has other advantages too, like countless drones, expensive aircraft and more vehicles that enable fighting during the muddy fall and winter.
—Lauren Kent, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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Here's how Stocks that could move, the biggest donors, jobs for Jamie Dimon and Elon Musk: Election news roundup Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has enough cash to buy Target, Starbucks, and Nike The result brings an end to a costly chapter in what had already been a difficult year for Boeing.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Dornoch Dancer Surrounded by water as Scotland is, and given the nature of the DEEP project, a significant expense over several years was the constant costly demand to book boats.Louise Schiavone, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Equinox has some strong competitors in its general price range, but many of the best are currently assembled outside of North America and do not qualify for the valuable incentive.Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Exploiting loopholes While the continent is believed to hold vast deposits of oil, gas, copper and other valuable minerals, mining is effectively banned by treaty amendment until 2048.The Week UK, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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Experience the difference that a premium water filtration system can make for yourself.New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024
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As for other differences between the plans, Entertainment includes more than 75 channels, the ability to stream on unlimited devices in your home, unlimited cloud DVR storage, and a special offer on premium channels.Monica Mercuri, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2024
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Good post for a mid- to late-November afternoon: 70 to 100 yards back in timber and along the thickest, nastiest ditch that leads out to crops. 59) Don’t waste precious rut-hunting time.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Viewers joined Jenn with tears over Romeo's precious reaction to his dad coming home.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Combs' former birthday parties included red carpet entrances, extravagant cakes, and an A-list guest list including the Kardashian/Jenner family, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Pharrell, Usher, Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, and Ivana Trump.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Known for her extravagant Halloween costumes over the years, Klum and her husband Tom arrived as female and male versions of E.T. from Steven Spielberg's 1982 film E.T.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Expensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expensive. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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