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as in inexpensive
costing little
e-mail is so popular because it's a cheap way to send messages
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as in terrible
of low quality
a cheap sweater that started to unravel almost as soon as I bought it
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as in careful
giving or sharing as little as possible
a cheap coworker who never contributes to the collections taken up in the office
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as in lame
arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust
that was a cheap thing to say to someone who never did you any harm
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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
the boxer's early bouts were cheap wins, but now he's moving up to the top ranks of boxing
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Recent Examples of cheap
The funding was meant to put the US in a position to compete with Chinese automakers, who have developed cheap and effective EVs that have piqued interest among car buyers around the world.
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Aarian Marshall, Wired News, 13 June 2025
While almost every tattoo shop offers cheap deals, here are 10 North Texas parlors where you can get inked for on Friday, June 13.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
The gatherings for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers are relatively cheap and easy to run — often the only expense is a small rental fee for the space.
—Lydia McFarlane, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
Matthew Whelan, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, suggests visiting on a weekday when possible; parking will be easier to find, and beach badges are cheaper ($7/day/person, instead of $10).
—Rachel Chang, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
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Aarian Marshall, Wired News, 13 June 2025
While almost every tattoo shop offers cheap deals, here are 10 North Texas parlors where you can get inked for on Friday, June 13.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
The gatherings for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers are relatively cheap and easy to run — often the only expense is a small rental fee for the space.
—Lydia McFarlane, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
Matthew Whelan, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, suggests visiting on a weekday when possible; parking will be easier to find, and beach badges are cheaper ($7/day/person, instead of $10).
—Rachel Chang, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheap
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Easy, inexpensive changes that prevent chronic low back pain can make a big difference, Haddadj said.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
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Based on your expenditure per dollar of sales or profit, INTC stock appears inexpensive when contrasted with the broader market.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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And these are the same Oilers who, after a terrible 6-1 loss in Game 3 to the Panthers, overcame a three-goal deficit in Game 4 to even the series.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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For example, while the IRA rollback effort will inevitably mean a significant reduction in U.S. federal support for electric vehicles, nevertheless the adoption of EVs continued in Q1 even despite a terrible quarter for the U.S.’s leading brand (Tesla).—
Rob Day,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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But as the Trump administration has rolled out immigration policies targeting Venezuelans, Haitians and Cubans, GOP officials in Miami have had to draw a careful balance between supporting the White House and the many immigrants in their district affected by Trump’s immigration agenda.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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As holidays go, however, Flag Day can feel a bit lame.—
Kevin Fisher-Paulson,
San Francisco Chronicle,
8 June 2021
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My 11-year-old loved watching the pups roll balls and play a giant floor piano, but for non-dog owners (guilty as charged), parts of the series—like dressing dogs in little hats and outfits for a Parisian fashion show—feel lame.—
Tim Neville,
Outside Online,
23 Nov. 2020
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In South Florida, the one-day event will run from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Snapper Creek USPS post office, 11000 SW 104th St. The event is designed to make the process easier for both adults and minors applying for a U.S. passport for the first time, using Form DS-11.—
Maykel Gonzalez,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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Lucy says early on that love is easy, but dating is difficult.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
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Officials call it example for other towns CT suburb opens new affordable housing project.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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Bryant says that these pieces are affordable, sentimental, and especially charming in kitchens or casual spaces.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
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Zooming in reveals a poor level of detail, while the colors look unnaturally bright.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 June 2025
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Massive clouds of pollutants could collide in North Carolina this week and result in poor air quality conditions for millions.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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And Tanner Scott, a $72 million reigning All-Star closer, has blown several save opportunities.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Numerous outlets have already reported on how close Barca is to landing breakout 2024/2025 La Liga star Joan Garcia from Espanyol, which could complicate Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s future as Hansi Flick’s first choice goalkeeper.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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“Cheap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheap. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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