as in expensive
commanding a large price
an extremely valuable diamond necklace
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Recent Examples of valuable
Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
Loam, sand Soil pH: Acid (5.0-6.5) 10 of 11
Tulip Poplar
The Tulip poplar is one of the largest and most valuable hardwood trees in the United States.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In early 2025, Josh Webber requested that Dame auction off some of his valuables, such as his engagement ring, to cover all his debts.
—Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Unbeknownst to them, one friend intends to rob the place, seeking a valuable antique.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
Loam, sand Soil pH: Acid (5.0-6.5) 10 of 11
Tulip Poplar
The Tulip poplar is one of the largest and most valuable hardwood trees in the United States.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
Original price: $99 (Amazon) Keep track of your valuables with Apple AirTags.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In early 2025, Josh Webber requested that Dame auction off some of his valuables, such as his engagement ring, to cover all his debts.
—Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuable
Adjective
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Your daily cup of joe could get even more expensive under new U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries around the world.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Samsung giving away one of its most expensive wearables, with its flagship smartphone, also marks the beginning of more serious discounts in the coming months.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The leisurewear brand known for flattering, super soft leggings and convenient-yet-stylish belt bags recently added some great new finds for April, and prices are unexpectedly low—like $14 low.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Apr. 2025
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After all, the Port of London Authority technically owns everything unearthed on the foreshore, though mudlarks can hold on to most of their finds.—
Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For China, a sudden sell-off of U.S. Treasuries would also be extremely costly, increasing the value of its currency and, thus, the cost of Chinese exports even further.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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The first season was incredibly costly for many of the families.—
Daniel Eduardo Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While the post-pandemic run-up in prices has created a windfall on paper, unlocking that wealth is harder than ever.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Opioid settlements with companies like Purdue Pharma, Walmart, and Johnson & Johnson have led to headline-grabbing multibillion-dollar payouts, but most of the windfall is flowing to state and local governments, not directly to victims of the crisis.—
Henry Larweh,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This one gives a result in under three seconds, allowing the oven or grill door to be quickly closed again without much precious heat escaping.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The precious metal is now up nearly 29% in the year so far.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Looting has been happening for centuries, but today’s criminals have turned to advanced technologies—including sonar, drones and underwater metal detectors—to pluck treasure from shipwrecks and other ancient sites beneath the Mediterranean Sea, per the AP.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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Beachcombers and seashell hunters will appreciate the opportunity to find little treasures washed ashore.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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More premium design features, however, often mean a higher price.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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The Yacht Club offers exclusive amenities including private lounges, restaurants, a pool deck, butler service, and premium beverages.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In one way, the 2025 Blue Grass Stakes short 7-horse field is a godsend in that this race mops up — but only sort-of — the questions raised by some of the other big hundred-point preps.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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This is a godsend for big entertainers, anyone with pets, children, or the sort of individual who forgoes plates at any opportunity.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Valuable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valuable. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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