cost of living
noun phrase
: the cost of purchasing those goods and services which are included in an accepted standard level of consumption
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Even most Trump voters say the cost of living is bad.
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2025
The economy has been chugging along just fine, actually – perhaps to the surprise of millions of Americans who give the economy poor marks because of the high cost of living.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025
South Carolina’s mild climate, stunning beaches, and affordable cost of living is bringing retirees from other states in droves.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2025
High costs of housing, child care and transportation in Colorado are key drivers of a statewide cost of living that is 12% above the national average.
—Jennifer C. Greenfield, The Conversation, 12 Dec. 2025
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2025
The economy has been chugging along just fine, actually – perhaps to the surprise of millions of Americans who give the economy poor marks because of the high cost of living.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025
South Carolina’s mild climate, stunning beaches, and affordable cost of living is bringing retirees from other states in droves.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2025
High costs of housing, child care and transportation in Colorado are key drivers of a statewide cost of living that is 12% above the national average.
—Jennifer C. Greenfield, The Conversation, 12 Dec. 2025
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“Cost of living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost%20of%20living. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.
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