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also pricy
as in expensive
commanding a large price
a small boutique selling pricey women's clothing
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Recent Examples of pricey
While seasonality and supply and demand affect a destination’s value—cherry blossom season in Japan will always be pricey—shoulder season can deliver some deals.
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Adam Wisniewski, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
Relatively affordable parts of the Midwest and the South saw the highest Gen Z shares, while pricey coastal metros lagged behind.
—Sami Sparber, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
Presumably, a portion of the tariffs is likely to be passed on to consumers, making these vehicles more pricey.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2025
Builder sentiment is dropping as everything from lumber to appliances is expected to grow pricier.
—Jasmine Cui, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2025
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Adam Wisniewski, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
Relatively affordable parts of the Midwest and the South saw the highest Gen Z shares, while pricey coastal metros lagged behind.
—Sami Sparber, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
Presumably, a portion of the tariffs is likely to be passed on to consumers, making these vehicles more pricey.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2025
Builder sentiment is dropping as everything from lumber to appliances is expected to grow pricier.
—Jasmine Cui, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pricey
Adjective
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Critics dismissed it as expensive and unnecessary, arguing that students could read a guide or browse online forums for free.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Mandatory spending—like those entitlement programs—is much more expensive than discretionary spending.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Years before, scientists funded by industry scouted the seabed there, discovering both valuable minerals and new forms of life.—
Christian Elliott,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
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Senior executives are now shouldering more direct reports, managing tasks once owned by middle managers, and losing valuable time for strategic thinking.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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More premium design features, however, often mean a higher price.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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The Yacht Club offers exclusive amenities including private lounges, restaurants, a pool deck, butler service, and premium beverages.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Pricey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pricey. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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