as in expensive
commanding a large price
an extremely valuable diamond necklace
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Recent Examples of valuable
Davey Winder, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
It’s gotten not one, but two downgrades this week, and has ceded the title as the world’s most valuable public company once again to Nvidia.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025
James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Authorities granted Palisades residents who fled under mandatory evacuation orders the chance to briefly return on Thursday to survey the wreckage in the community and search for precious valuables.
—Isaiah Murtaugh, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The problem here is that your Gmail account is a true treasure-chest of valuable information for any hacker or cybercriminal who gains such access.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
It’s gotten not one, but two downgrades this week, and has ceded the title as the world’s most valuable public company once again to Nvidia.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
One trio of men is accused of stealing $200,000 worth of valuables from a home in Mandeville Canyon early Thursday, while another group is accused of stealing personal property, including an Emmy award, from an Altadena home during the Eaton Fire, according to L.A. County Dist.
—James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Authorities granted Palisades residents who fled under mandatory evacuation orders the chance to briefly return on Thursday to survey the wreckage in the community and search for precious valuables.
—Isaiah Murtaugh, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuable
Adjective
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This season has been particularly rocky for head coach Ruben Amorim’s men, and Antony has been a bit-part player—adding to his status as among the most expensive disappointments in the division’s history.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Massachusetts is the most expensive state in terms of basic costs for a family of four, according to a 2024 SmartAsset study.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The city’s two-decade-long construction of a new subway system—which opened last month—unearthed over 300,000 archaeological finds illustrating Greece’s ancient history.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Jan. 2025
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Thousands of shoppers said they’re shocked by the quality and support these affordable finds offer, which means sizes and colors are selling quickly.—
Lauren Fischer,
People.com,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With accurate forecasts, manufacturers can coordinate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of specific components, avoiding costly production delays.—
Michael Amori,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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Russia’s long and costly fight to subjugate Ukraine has absorbed most of its military and diplomatic focus.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2025
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JPMorgan's profit rose to a record high in 2024 as its dealmakers and traders reaped a windfall from rebounding markets in the fourth quarter.—
Pritam Biswas and Nupur Anand,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
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If Putin loses the spigot of windfall oil revenues which has been propping him up the last three years, then the Putin regime will almost certainly collapse.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and Steven Tian,
TIME,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Choose from 12 precious watercolor flower designs for a unique, cozy gift that looks good on any body type.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2025
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For many, this includes exploring the world and to experience some of its most precious and fascinating wildlife, landscapes, cultures and ancient sites.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Italy has long been a tourist haven, renowned for its enchanting landscapes, historical treasures, and culinary delights.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Sift through treasures and trinkets Porcelain figurines, vintage Christmas decorations and old records occupy neighboring storefronts along Rue St. Paul, in the antiques district.—
Vjosa Isai,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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More than five million people could lose their coverage entirely, and millions of other hard-working Americans could face premium increases of more than 50%.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Will another team want to pay the premium price tag for that?—
Sam Vecenie,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The rivalry between two of the league’s most electrifying quarterbacks has been a godsend for CBS ever since Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes first met up in the 2021 AFC championship game.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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While other inmates and their attorneys viewed the commutations as a godsend, Agofsky and Davis refused to sign documents acknowledging them, according to their separate handwritten petitions.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Valuable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valuable. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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