Thesaurus results for PRICES

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noun

plural of price

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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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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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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prices

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verb

present tense third-person singular of price

as in prizes

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Recent Examples of prices

Noun

Because growing the rice itself is not profitable, even with historic high prices for Japanese rice, the company supports the agricultural costs through side ventures including a restaurant and an ice cream brand launched this summer. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026 And even if the goals are truly equal in the administration’s mind, including oil and gas prices at all — and not other items — is a notable shift. — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026 Housing prices and expenses have risen dramatically without a comparable rise in what many households earn. — Dan Bray, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026 The increasingly unpopular war in Iran that has kept oil prices high, Trump’s approval rating low and sent shock waves through the global economy? — Will Weissert, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026 Following a brief reprieve in June and July, gas prices in Illinois are climbing once again and Chicago drivers are feeling it. — Evgenia Anastasakos, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026 Throughout the early aughts, the dairy farm experienced falling prices and water shortages in the Central Valley. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026 That’s important for Cyprus because under an existing agreement, Cypriot energy consumers would have to put up as much as 63% of the cable’s construction cost, meaning a significant jump in electricity prices. — ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026 Actual affordability and home prices depend on factors such as DTI, borrower eligibility, interest rates, down payment amount, property taxes, homeowners' insurance and other obligations. — Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026

Verb

For example, if a company prices its IPO at $50 per share, eligible investors who receive allocations may buy at that price. — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 12 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for prices

Noun

Oil prices and government borrowing costs climbed higher on Tuesday as traders’ hopes of a swift resolution to the US-Iran conflict fade.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
For any brand looking to steady its input costs and protect its production lines from geopolitical shocks, the case is straightforward.

— Rob Kaplan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of costs

Noun

Spradling said large events can provide a significant boost, but staffing pressures, parking shortages and rising operating expenses remain ongoing challenges.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
It's estimated that class members who submit a valid claim could receive up to $22, although the final amount will be impacted by the number of valid claims, payments to lead class members, legal fees, settlement administration and other expenses.

— Brian Sloan, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of expenses

Noun

As Peacock continues to test and evolve the program, NBCU said, additional rewards are expected to be added over time, including Universal Parks perks and experiences, NBCU content previews and early access to NBCU live events.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026
When rewards drive acquisition, engagement and spend, loyalty becomes part of the growth story.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of rewards

Noun

Airlines, supported by resilient travel demand and the shutdown of budget carrier Spirit in May, have hiked airfare and baggage fees and cut less profitable flights.

— Matt Egan, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Screenshot City of Alpharetta The project will be funded through a combination of TSPLOST II funds, the city's parks bond, and impact fees.

— Christopher Harris, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of fees

Noun

Players will accept bounties, earn perks, and unlock various characters like Atsu, Oyuki, and Nagato, each with unique weapons.

— Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
The feature is a way to encourage players to try new decks and go out of their comfort zone with bounties.

— Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of bounties

Verb

Experience may open the door, but character is often what determines how far someone ultimately goes.

— Hao Lam, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The statute of limitations determines how long a debt collector generally has to sue you over a debt, and the timeline varies by state and type of debt.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of determines

Noun

Achane will also go from a QB with one of the league’s highest checkdown rates to a QB with one of the lowest.

— Jess Bryant, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Lawmakers said lower wholesale prices could create more leeway for Kenya Power to cut consumer rates without damaging its finances.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026