as in costly
commanding a large price
expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford
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Recent Examples of expensive
The screwworm is now threatening to make your burgers even more expensive.
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Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The work also avoided the use of expensive noble metals, which are commonly used in high-performance catalysts.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
Could this El Niño be the most expensive ever?
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Instead, the single mom plans to get a season pass to a local, less expensive, water park.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The work also avoided the use of expensive noble metals, which are commonly used in high-performance catalysts.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
Could this El Niño be the most expensive ever?
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Instead, the single mom plans to get a season pass to a local, less expensive, water park.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for expensive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expensive
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And this isn’t just a problem for homeowners – costly insurance also affects renters and affordable housing providers, as landlords pass on costs to tenants, defer maintenance, postpone new building or face financial distress.—
The Conversation,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Taking the time to understand the details now can help prevent costly surprises if your central air conditioning system needs repairs or replacement later.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The company has ballooned into one of the most valuable private companies on the planet, reaching a valuation of $850 billion earlier this year.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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Powered entirely by sunlight, the system simultaneously transforms carbon dioxide into a valuable chemical while converting biomass waste into the essential building blocks for sustainable plastics.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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The Best Overproof Rums Of 2026 Once seen as tools for bartenders, premium overproof rums have won a devoted following among drinkers who crave their intensity and concentrated flavor.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Elsewhere, the formal dining room features parquet flooring and an integrated wet bar, while the kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, including a Salamandar broiler and a Traulsen double-glass refrigerator, and a marble island with seating.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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As an artist who spent much of her life designing jewelry, Joy would have understood the sentiment behind transforming something precious into a lasting piece of art.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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June's new moon is finally upon us, bringing with it a handful of precious dark nights in which to explore the wonders of the starry sky, before the familiar sight of the waxing lunar crescent returns to hide fainter targets from view.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
14 June 2026
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Rather than trying to gulp the slimy thing down, Wilkinson went into the kitchen and prepared an extravagant breakfast for himself, complete with Dr Pepper to wash it down.—
Matthew Jackson,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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Often referred to as the Versailles Townhouse, the property is among the Upper East Side‘s most extravagant private residences.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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“Expensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expensive. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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