costly

Example Sentences

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That detail matters because earlier action can often slow the disease and help patients avoid more intensive and costly treatments later.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Chip makers can focus on designing the best chips, while avoiding the costly and messy business of actually producing them.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Wong immediately delivered the wicket as England showed glimpses of fighting back, but their lack of control after Bell's opening burst proved too costly.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

They may simply not vote in the Senate race, which could be nearly as costly.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

I would not want to play a position like pitcher, where there is such a high likelihood of making costly mistakes.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith