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as in expense
a payment made in the course of achieving a result
the newlyweds spared no cost in building the kitchen of their dreams
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as in price
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something
we can't afford the cost of a house just yet, so we're renting an apartment
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as in to fetch
to have a price of
the raffle tickets cost a dollar each
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Recent Examples of cost
Lauren Sommer, NPR, 31 Aug. 2025
How much do direct flights to Orlando cost? Nonstop Southwest Airline flights from Sacramento to Orlando International Airport will be available daily starting Thursday, March 5.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2025
Monday night at the same ballpark, a fan in a black ABBA shirt likely cost Xander Bogaerts a home run, and the Padres went on to lose by one run.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Solar and wind projects produce cheaper energy on average than fossil fuels projects that run on natural gas and coal, though the cost can vary greatly depending on the location and type of project.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 31 Aug. 2025
How much do direct flights to Orlando cost? Nonstop Southwest Airline flights from Sacramento to Orlando International Airport will be available daily starting Thursday, March 5.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
The space that allows the mammals to fly and hang cost nearly $17,000.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2025
Monday night at the same ballpark, a fan in a black ABBA shirt likely cost Xander Bogaerts a home run, and the Padres went on to lose by one run.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cost
Noun
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Loan approval and actual loan terms depend on applicant’s state of residence and ability to meet OneMain Financial credit standards such as a responsible credit history, sufficient income after monthly expenses, and if applicable, availability of eligible collateral.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
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More than two-thirds of television workers – 68% – report difficulty covering basic living expenses.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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What is happening with fast-food restaurants and prices?—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
1 Sep. 2025
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Only 18 pieces will be produced, with price available upon request.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Google on Wednesday unveiled a new line-up of Pixel smartphones injected with another dose of artificial intelligence that’s designed to do everything from fetch vital information stored on the devices to help improve photos as they’re being taken.—
Michael Liedtke,
Fortune,
20 Aug. 2025
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If your business is scaling quickly, has recurring revenue, or is part of a fast-growing niche (like SaaS, healthtech, or clean energy), an M&A advisor might fetch you a better deal.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Initially, companies try to absorb the cost increases caused by tariffs through lower margins while reducing other expenditures.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Sinner had a longer wingspan, once-in-a-generation timing that produced outlandish power with minimal energy expenditure, and a sturdier backhand.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Substantially damaging or injuring a neighbor's tree could leave you liable to fees or fines for damages, something that can quickly get expensive, according to state law.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 Aug. 2025
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The crackdown on password-sharing has encouraged users to either pay additional fees for extra access or enroll independently.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Oasis is instigating joy on reunion tour What Oasis has brought with this tour, perhaps inadvertently, is a communal spirit.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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The storms may bring wind gusts of up to 40 mph and marble-sized hail (0.5 inches).—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Cost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cost. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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