penny

Example Sentences

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We've never spent a penny on trying to drive people to games.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Unlike in Europe and the U.K., prices were slowly rising, with often the difference of less than a penny between weeks.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Olaplex effectively has been a penny stock since the start of 2023—shares were trading just under $10 at the time Barron’s recommended them.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“Every penny you spend, you feel guilty. You think, ‘I should be spending this on my loans.’”

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Captain Robinson will make a pretty penny from the Mars.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham