as in expensive
commanding a large price
an extremely valuable diamond necklace
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Recent Examples of valuable
Mariana Zapata, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
The baddies are demanding valuables hidden in the family safe, roping wedding guests like Ryan’s hunky best man Chris (Justin Hartley) into the stressful situation.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 June 2025
Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 14 July 2025
In my view, Harmon is not upset this issue is consuming the valuable time of Illinois politicians and citizens.
—Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
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Adjective
Always stay alert: keep bags front-facing, avoid pocketing valuables, and limit phone use in public.
—Mariana Zapata, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
The baddies are demanding valuables hidden in the family safe, roping wedding guests like Ryan’s hunky best man Chris (Justin Hartley) into the stressful situation.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 June 2025
Noun
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
In my view, Harmon is not upset this issue is consuming the valuable time of Illinois politicians and citizens.
—Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuable
Adjective
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Naples and Palm Beach County are among the most expensive areas.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 July 2025
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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
Noun
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The itinerary takes guests to as many as 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, immersing travelers in India’s cultural treasure and heritages.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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Photograph: Simon Hill Ravensburger Labyrinth $30 $21 (30% off) Amazon Labyrinth is a top family game that has kids collect treasures by shifting maze tiles each turn.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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An example of this could be quality control, where a supply chain disruption can have massive (and costly) downstream effects.—
Ed Jennings,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Without proper maintenance, homeowners could face more costly problems down the line.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
Noun
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That will produce a huge windfall in profits that will be plowed back to shareholders in the form of higher dividends and bigger buybacks.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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Republicans are also vowing to go on the offensive, highlighting the tax cuts as a windfall for workers and the immigration crackdown as a boon for public safety.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Serena and Lily is an AD go-to for lighting—their silhouettes are individualistic, and cute without being precious.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
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Sprinkled it like fairy dust right along his deck and around his precious fire pit area.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
Noun
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This 86 percent-off outdoor find is tightly woven for extra durability, stain-resistant, and pet-friendly.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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Another favorite bedding find is the Cozinoor Queen Size Set of 2 Bed Pillows, which is suitable for both side sleepers and back sleepers alike.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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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
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Existing Gold’s Gym members with standard multi-club access will need to upgrade to a Multi-Club Plus membership to use the new flagship location, which is considered a premium gym.—
Travis Webb,
Austin American Statesman,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Home of Pope John Paul II was a godsend for small town Wadowice, the town of around 17,500 in Poland where Pope John Paul II was raised, has benefited massively, according to Piotr Polak, a guide at the museum in John Paul’s childhood home.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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Altra running shoes shoes are known for their especially roomy forefoots, which lets your toes spread naturally (a godsend for anyone with bunions, hammer toes, or neuromas).—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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“Valuable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valuable. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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