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noun

ˈprīs How to pronounce price (audio)
Definition of pricenext
1
as in cost
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 expense
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 reward
something offered or given in return for a service performed there was a price on the criminal's head

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price

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verb

as in to prize

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Recent Examples of price
Noun
Those countries could see surging energy prices on both fronts. — Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026 Salt vendors then bid to supply the salt, and municipalities buy at the winning bid price under that joint contract. — Steve Zalusky, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
At a certain point, the cost of living can price a movie out of an area. — Matt Minton, Variety, 31 July 2026 Sellers who price their homes fairly and show them well are still winning. — Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for price
Recent Examples of Synonyms for price
  1. cost
  2. expense
  3. reward
  4. prize
  5. fee
  6. bounty
  7. ascertain
  8. rate
Noun
  • The cost of powering homes is also up, with electricity and piped gas both costing around 4% more annually.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • This points to global streaming services nearing a precipice for cost increases, as the proliferation of services available and a general caution around spending mean consumers are becoming less likely to accept higher and higher demands.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of cost
Noun
  • For now, the Coalition for Prediction Markets is spending a fraction of Kalshi’s direct lobbying expenses.
    — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Offer an upbeat alternative that costs less, and track the expense so freedom still feels available.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of expense
Noun
  • This was once expected to be Marbrey’s first year at the helm as Lake Mary’s starting quarterback, a reward for waiting in the wings behind standout QB Noah Grubbs, who is now suiting up for Notre Dame.
    — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The United Bodegas of America is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the shooter's arrest and conviction.
    — Aziza Shuler, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of reward
Verb
  • Traditional ideas about masculinity continue to prize self-reliance, emotional control, and endurance.
    — Rachel Docekal, STAT, 21 Aug. 2026
  • An active-duty Navy captain was placed in leadership ahead of the publisher’s resignation, sparking fears that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth might gain control of the newspaper prized for its independence.
    — Liam Scott, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of prize
Noun
  • Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni settlement agreement revealed Liman ultimately dismissed the suit and granted Lively's petition to have Baldoni foot the bill for attorneys costs and fees accrued during the proceedings.
    — Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Sources briefed on the transfer, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, indicate a fee in the region of £4million has been agreed with Hajduk.
    — Michael Walker, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of fee
Noun
  • In her opening statement, Goldberg argued that prosecutors had no evidence to support their theory that Banks had offered or paid a bounty for Quando Rondo’s killing.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Multiple reports also indicated that the Iranian government has placed a $10 million bounty on Barron.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of bounty
Verb
  • The nationalities of 111 other missing people had yet to be ascertained, authorities said.
    — Arshad R. Zargar, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The only clear purpose that can be ascertained from the statute is that it is supposed to encourage the investment of new capital in low-income communities.
    — Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of ascertain
Noun
  • Romania's position along the Danube puts it on the frontline of Russia's nightly strikes on Ukraine, thus forcing NATO warplanes into the air at an increasing rate.
    — David Brennan, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • On top of that, PNC tends to offer lower-than-average mortgage rates.
    — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026
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