tier

Example Sentences

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Many families are surprised to find that they have moved into this new economic tier, and see themselves as comfortable, not rich.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

However, net costs for families in this income tier were much lower — $4,600 — at private colleges with large endowments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

It would not be down to him, but he certainly does not regard himself as a coach who operates in the second tier.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Last week, the company also announced a price hike, where its premium tier costs $27 a month.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Ancient stone arches rose above them supported by pillars as thick as ten trees, irregular flagstones lay underfoot, and on all sides were ranged rack upon rack, tier upon tier, of bottles and barrels.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman