cost of living
noun phrase
: the cost of purchasing those goods and services which are included in an accepted standard level of consumption
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Mamdani facilitated this energy, working the line, oscillating between rousing effusions on the cost of living and flashing a goofy, impish grin.
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Paula Aceves, Curbed, 8 Mar. 2025
But other likely drivers influencing this demand include the desire for enhanced wellbeing and work-life balance, the unstable nature of the economy and high cost of living in one’s main country of residence, and simply having unlimited freedom to live one’s ideal lifestyle without restrictions.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Only 31% of U.S. adults in a Reuters/Ipsos poll approved of Trump's handling of the cost of living.
—Axios, 5 Mar. 2025
While Republicans work to protect women’s rights, end unnecessary wars, and lower the cost of living for everyday Americans, Democrats remained silent, offering nothing but sour faces and meaningless signs.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2025
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Paula Aceves, Curbed, 8 Mar. 2025
But other likely drivers influencing this demand include the desire for enhanced wellbeing and work-life balance, the unstable nature of the economy and high cost of living in one’s main country of residence, and simply having unlimited freedom to live one’s ideal lifestyle without restrictions.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Only 31% of U.S. adults in a Reuters/Ipsos poll approved of Trump's handling of the cost of living.
—Axios, 5 Mar. 2025
While Republicans work to protect women’s rights, end unnecessary wars, and lower the cost of living for everyday Americans, Democrats remained silent, offering nothing but sour faces and meaningless signs.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Cost of living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost%20of%20living. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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