as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
encouraging Girl Scouts to sell more cookies by offering premiums
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as in expensive
commanding a large price
lavish feasts at which premium wines flowed freely
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Recent Examples of premium
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 14 June 2025
There’s just one thing — only the deceased can stake out a premium spot on the Sky Terrace of this mausoleum, where crypt prices start at a cool million.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 June 2025
Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 15 June 2025
Saturday’s event includes tastings from hundreds of premium California wineries and regional craft breweries, paired with bites from various restaurants.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
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Noun
Fans in the premium seats at Arthur Ashe Stadium could order a $100 version that came with crème fraîche and a tin of Petrossian caviar.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 14 June 2025
There’s just one thing — only the deceased can stake out a premium spot on the Sky Terrace of this mausoleum, where crypt prices start at a cool million.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 June 2025
Adjective
According to Wendy's, examples of premium sandwiches include a Dave's Single, Baconator, and the Classic and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches, among others.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 15 June 2025
Saturday’s event includes tastings from hundreds of premium California wineries and regional craft breweries, paired with bites from various restaurants.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premium
Noun
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One of those is the fact that Inter Miami were invited to participate as a host representative despite the fact that the team didn’t win the MLS last season and hasn’t won any continental prize.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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The Square, from South Korean director Bo-Sol Kim, which blends political commentary with experimental animation in its story of a Swedish diplomat in Pyongyang who begins a clandestine affair with a local traffic officer, took the jury prize of the Contrechamps section.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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But will Cabernet Franc ever replace the powerful and very lucrative hold that Cabernet Sauvignon has on Napa Valley, with some of the most expensive and collectible wines in America comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa?—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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And now, despite not having a significant air force, Ukraine has succeeded in destroying at least a dozen expensive and hard to replace strategic bombers deep inside Russia.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
13 June 2025
Noun
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The performance airs one night before the Great White Way's annual awards show.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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The civil suit eventually came to include five defendants — all had been freshmen in fall 2021, except for Araiza, then a standout senior whose punting skills later led to a national collegiate award.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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While automation and machine learning are reshaping industries, the most valuable skills in today’s job market are innately human.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Dairy farming is the second-most valuable component of Connecticut’s agricultural sector, according to the state’s Department of Agriculture.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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Despite his athletic accolades, Jones’ post-retirement years—and even much of his playing career—have been marked by frequent legal trouble.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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Another outstanding release Volvo, and deserving of World Car Award accolades in my opinion.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Without needing to rely on costly long-range missiles, Israeli jets can now fly directly over Iranian targets, drop cheaper precision bombs, and strike with greater frequency.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
17 June 2025
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As cyber threats become more sophisticated, AI offers a flexible, scalable solution for safeguarding business-critical data and reduces the risk of costly breaches. 4.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Noun
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An Architect Among his many honors, Les Paul is one of the very few artists with a permanent, stand-alone exhibit in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.—
Eli Amdur,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The decision about the honor was made by the board of directors of La Biennale, based on the recommendation of the artistic director of the festival, Alberto Barbera, organizers said Monday.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Fears over the economic impact of crushing trade tariffs, a worsening geopolitical landscape, and US dollar weakness have all fuelled the precious metal’s price ascension.—
Royston Wild,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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This rare, precious silence was part of what drew Jonathan Grenier and James May, the founders of Ungava Polar Eco-Tours, to set up the company’s outdoor adventure base camp here.—
Chloe Berge,
Outside Online,
17 June 2025
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“Premium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premium. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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