1
as in costs
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something
I really wanted to buy that shirt, but the price was more money than I had
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2
as in expenses
the loss or penalty involved in achieving a goal
I finished the project, but the price was losing a night's sleep
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3
as in rewards
something offered or given in return for a service performed
there was a price on the criminal's head
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Recent Examples of prices
Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2025
With millions of additional packages moving through the system daily, the USPS temporarily raises prices to offset higher transportation, labor, and fuel costs.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
The Milwaukee area has experienced a nearly 50% jump in luxury home prices recent years as demand for luxury homes rises, according to data from real estate brokerage Redfin.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
According to data from Kayak, overall travel costs are trending slightly lower than last year, with average flight prices down approximately 2 percent, hotel rates down 3 percent, and rental car prices down 8 percent.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
Trump has recently said in defense of the plan that the beef imports would help lower meat prices in the United States.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 27 Oct. 2025
The prices for dual credit classes will vary by the college or university.
—Caroline Beck, IndyStar, 20 Oct. 2025
Either way, lower prices tend to mean Americans have a little more money to spend on other goods and services.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Rod Wave has slammed concert ticket prices amidst his ongoing lawsuit with a touring company over cutting his latest tour short.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2025
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Stock Chart IconStock chart icon When asked if declining oil prices were piling pressure on Saudi Arabia's economy and government revenue, Al Falih said that the country was not scaling back budgets and there were no cuts to public spending.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2025
With millions of additional packages moving through the system daily, the USPS temporarily raises prices to offset higher transportation, labor, and fuel costs.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
The Milwaukee area has experienced a nearly 50% jump in luxury home prices recent years as demand for luxury homes rises, according to data from real estate brokerage Redfin.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
According to data from Kayak, overall travel costs are trending slightly lower than last year, with average flight prices down approximately 2 percent, hotel rates down 3 percent, and rental car prices down 8 percent.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
Trump has recently said in defense of the plan that the beef imports would help lower meat prices in the United States.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 27 Oct. 2025
The prices for dual credit classes will vary by the college or university.
—Caroline Beck, IndyStar, 20 Oct. 2025
Either way, lower prices tend to mean Americans have a little more money to spend on other goods and services.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Rod Wave has slammed concert ticket prices amidst his ongoing lawsuit with a touring company over cutting his latest tour short.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prices
Noun
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Daylight saving time was introduced in the United States in 1918 with the Standard Time Act, which was meant to lower fuel costs during the First World War.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Oct. 2025
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But for now, the best view from Turn 1 costs only the extra price of showing up early and braving the midday Texas sun.—
Patrick Iversen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The weather can have a notable impact on heating expenses in a number of ways—not only because colder temperatures will raise the amount of energy needed to warm a home, but also because colder weather increases the demand for electricity, which can cause prices to go up too.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Partly because of Pure Water expenses, the San Diego City Council is scheduled Tuesday to approve raising water rates more than 60% over four years and sewer rates more than 30% during that time frame.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Vietnam ended its two-child policy in 2025 and is rolling out local incentives, such as cash rewards and benefits, to raise fertility.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Foreign transaction fee None Credit needed Excellent/Good See rates/fees and rewards/benefits; terms apply.—
Evan Zimmer,
CNBC,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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For those who want to learn more about the Makera Z1, visit their site and consider participating in a community that prizes innovation and the joy of creation.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Cricket still prizes the five-day Test match, a historical format that demands patience in a world addicted to instant entertainment.—
Rick Burton,
Sportico.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The fund has been used for costs like student pay, conference fees and other operation costs, according to the donation page.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
27 Oct. 2025
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Nunzio De Filippis, a tariff mitigation expert and licensed customs broker, noted that at these levels, the importer is now paying tariffs and fees which are more than half the product’s value.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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The bounties ranged from $5,000 for an agent or officer to $50,000 for a high-ranking official, with intermediate amounts for commanding roles, according to the DHS disclosure obtained by the Washington Examiner.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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New bounties will always be rolling in, so players should check with The Ghoul often to pick up the latest bounties – and their rewards upon completion, of course.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Trust, however, is what determines adoption.—
Scott R. Schell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Collinsworth has invited coaches to come look at how PFF determines its ratings.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
21 Oct. 2025
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Research also found that even vehicles with the upgrade still showed higher theft or vandalism claim rates compared to many other brands, because thieves may attempt break-ins even if full theft isn’t successful, according to IIHS Crash Testing.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Oct. 2025
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New Jerseyans’ electricity rates rose roughly 20% at the start of June as a result of price-setting capacity auctions—the market where power producers are paid to guarantee future supply.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Prices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prices. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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