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expensive

[ik-spen-siv] / ɪkˈspɛn sɪv /


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From the outside, Ariana Rose appeared to be a woman who lived a lavish lifestyle, driving expensive cars and wearing designer clothes.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

It’s also the most expensive coconut water offering at Erewhon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 11, 2026

You have no doubt seen plenty of coverage of how homeownership keeps getting more expensive.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 10, 2026

Critics argue that prime government land in the middle of India’s most expensive cities should not be occupied by exclusive clubs that enjoy heavily subsidized leases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 10, 2026

“The whole gluten-free thing. The restaurant industry just made it up so they could put another more expensive option on their menu. It’s crazy how many idiots buy into it.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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