1
as in worth
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer
the real value of that house is close to a million dollars
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2
as in advantage
a quality that gives something special worth
defending the democratic system's intrinsic values
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as in importance
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
the value of a good education cannot be overstated
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as in to treasure
to hold dear
a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of value
Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
In recent years, property taxes have climbed because of rising home values and tax rates.
—Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 24 May 2025
Bob Raissman, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
This week provided another stark example, this time showing us the difference between valuing federal prosecutors who feel a duty to uphold the law, versus political hacks who feel only fealty to Trump.
—Chris Brennan, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Noun
Plus is a great value tablet (now under $100) with features like wireless charging and Alexa support.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
In recent years, property taxes have climbed because of rising home values and tax rates.
—Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 24 May 2025
Verb
Guitar Jimmy likely values the Knicks president’s strategy.
—Bob Raissman, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
This week provided another stark example, this time showing us the difference between valuing federal prosecutors who feel a duty to uphold the law, versus political hacks who feel only fealty to Trump.
—Chris Brennan, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for value
Noun
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Each of 75 winners will get 12 months of deals including free meals, breakfast items and shakes – about $480 worth of deals.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Last week Google cofounder Sergey Brin gave away $700 million worth of Alphabet shares.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Pone hit a sacrifice fly to put Ole Miss up 5-4, Mackenzie Pickens hit and RBI single in the fifth for a two-run advantage and Brady sent a solo home run to left-center field in the seventh to set the final score.—
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
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There are advantages older figures can bring to politics — even if the current generation has ruined the reputation of elder statesmen.—
Jack Butler,
National Review,
25 May 2025
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Nevertheless, the intersection of these two fields is growing in importance and deserves serious attention from business leaders, engineers and investors.—
Paul Lipman,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Given the importance of timely loc upkeep, clients may feel pressured to accept whatever slot is offered, even at unusual hours.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Verb
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That daily visit earns Wendy fresh milk and cheese, while Anita’s chickens occasionally provide eggs — tiny, but treasured.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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The group won the 2024 Mercury Prize with debut album This Could Be Texas, and proved how the U.K.’s grassroots scene is continually producing stellar acts, and why it must be protected and treasured.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
19 May 2025
Verb
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That proposal submitted by Polk Stanley Wilcox was estimated to cost at least $136,000; the optional inclusion of the shock wires would have added approximately $55,000 to the total price.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2025
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It’s estimated that 20% of people around the world have high levels of Lp(a).—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Feeding your family is more expensive than ever with grocery prices expected to increase again in 2025.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
27 May 2025
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Making these changes permanent and building on them would offer a vital lifeline to affordable housing operators facing rising insurance prices and flat revenues.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
Noun
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The key distinction in astrophysical environments is the presence of magnetic fields, which fundamentally alter the nature of turbulent flows.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
19 May 2025
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That distinction unequivocally belongs to Scheffler, who revealed why that is the case after his PGA Championship victory.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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While no energy stock is immune to weaker commodity prices, Sorbara thinks that his top picks are best positioned on a relative valuation basis due to their attractive assets with low breakeven levels, strong free cash flow and the potential for superior capital returns.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
18 May 2025
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The stock currently trades at attractive valuations compared to historical averages, suggesting significant upside potential as discretionary spending rebounds.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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“Value.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/value. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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