expensive
Example Sentences
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Such a system would be more complex, more expensive to administer and could ultimately undermine the broad public support that has sustained Social Security for nearly a century.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
The wine is also significantly less expensive than other Nebbiolos.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
"When it suddenly gets so expensive, customers have a psychological barrier," Tam told AFP.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
You do know reversals are expensive and aren't always successful?
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
But who did she know who lived in a big expensive house like this?
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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