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as in dollar
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
the $5 bill has a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the front
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as in fee
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
although they were all working adults, their parents still insisted on paying the bill whenever they went out to eat
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as in law
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the legislative committee endorsed a bill that would strengthen consumer protections
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Recent Examples of bill
ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
In addition to sky-high price tags and unanticipated veterinary bills, families deal with the emotional toll of caring for a sick or behaviorally challenged dog.
—Elise Gingrich, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2026
Following this audit, the subsidy program had tighter restrictions, like the number of hours a provider could bill the state every two weeks, narrower eligibility requirements for families and attendance verification requirements for providers.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
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Noun
There's engagement with the White House right now on the possibility of a supplemental funding bill.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
In addition to sky-high price tags and unanticipated veterinary bills, families deal with the emotional toll of caring for a sick or behaviorally challenged dog.
—Elise Gingrich, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
To bill the film’s central couple as an undeniable romantic pair is just one facet of what Wuthering Heights ought to be doing.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2026
Following this audit, the subsidy program had tighter restrictions, like the number of hours a provider could bill the state every two weeks, narrower eligibility requirements for families and attendance verification requirements for providers.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bill
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How will pet stores that work with ethical breeders be impacted?—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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This kiddie paradise offers hiking trails at varying degrees of difficulty, plenty of opportunities to spot birds and other wildlife and even pet a farm friend or two.—
Susan McDonald,
The Providence Journal,
26 Mar. 2026
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Hundreds of posts from angry attendees flooded social media sites this weekend, many of whom said the event was a far cry from what was advertised.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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An Ace Hardware in Titusville featured a photo of the astronaut crew on its sign, advertising that the store carries all supplies needed for launch-viewing.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
1 Apr. 2026
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Gentry invoices Hanceville for his team’s overtime, but tensions are showing.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Ariella Gutman, an attorney from Haber’s firm who is also representing the association, said the developer has continued invoicing for services, including those that have seemingly already been paid for.—
Catherine Odom
February 5,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Lined gloves or fuzzy headbands will help stave off the cold and keep your hands, ears, and neck nice and toasty.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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These structures provide support to your back and neck and help improve your overall posture.—
Tim Petrie, DPT,
Verywell Health,
18 Mar. 2025
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But every rule was promulgated under the threat of litigation and the teeth of the regulation relied on a law that was designed with a completely different purpose in mind.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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These models’ political biases could undermine educators’ ability to promulgate their school’s values.—
Jonah Davids,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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The changes would allow the association to assess daily fines against homeowners who are in violation, as well as to place liens on their properties.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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The General Assembly that year established the Program Review Process Advisory Council, which went into effect in July 2024, to help assess the review process for new higher education programs and prevent duplication of programs.—
William J. Ford,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2026
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Spread reserved sauce in shallow bowls, then spoon in lamb mixture.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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Remove the chops from the oven and spoon some of the pan juices over top.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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See hummingbird migration map Hummingbird Central tracks hummingbirds across the country and has published an interactive hummingbird migration map for 2026.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Her writing has also been published in Forbes Advisor, CNN Underscored, USA Today Blueprint, Slickdeals Money, and Newsweek.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Bill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bill. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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