exorbitant

Example Sentences

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Yet, despite demanding exorbitant capital, these industries don’t actually employ that many people.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Just as things start looking up, Amanda’s car is stolen, left in an illegal spot and towed, and the towing company slaps her with an exorbitant $21,000 bill for circumstances entirely out of her control.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

Where we don’t hide behind high walls, apologists and exorbitant price tags.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

He expects demand to fall in all four countries as well as bids to attract cargoes heading to Europe, though exorbitant prices will put some buyers off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

Walking down River Street, they stopped at every window and planned exorbitant purchases when they made their first million dollars.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy