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Recent Examples of pricey The Gym People Women’s Joggers 31% OFF Workout gear can get pricey, but there’s no need to spend a fortune. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025 The heavier the tax burden gets, the more the tax base erodes, and the less money becomes available for pricey programs. Luka Ladan, New York Daily News, 5 July 2025 Pricing on TVs this large can get quite pricey (well above $2,000 for higher-end models). Parker Hall, Wired News, 3 July 2025 Just be aware, this Texas gem can be a bit pricey, so a plan for your dates and a sense of your budget can save you from any awkward bill-splitting moments. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for pricey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pricey
Adjective
  • Some of the most expensive homes in the country are consistently those located in dense, vibrant prewar cities, a clear signal that there’s high demand for those amenities.
    Marina Bolotnikova, Vox, 7 July 2025
  • Fixing underground water pipes usually means digging up roads and sidewalks — a process that's disruptive and expensive.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
Adjective
  • Despite his eccentric and theatrical nature, Nagumo proves to be a valuable ally to Sakamoto and his family.
    Allison DeGrushe Published, EW.com, 14 July 2025
  • Doctors at the Center for Geriatric Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic have found social prescribing especially valuable for seniors, says Dr. Ardeshir Hashmi, chief of geriatrics.
    Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 14 July 2025
Adjective
  • Best Buy $180 $140 (22% off) Logitech Logitech’s premium wireless gaming mouse is one of my very favorites.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025
  • The year before that, State Farm’s home insurance business here was even more unprofitable, paying $1.30 for every premium dollar.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025

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