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as in treasured
to hold dear a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in estimated
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of valued
Pamela Kan, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022 This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees. —Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Dec. 2021
ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026 The shares were seized as unclaimed property, sold by the state, and later valued at a fraction of their potential worth when the owner attempted to reclaim them. —Richard Ramos, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for valued
Adjective
Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business. —Pamela Kan, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022 This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees. —Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Dec. 2021
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The insects were said to be destined for European and Asian markets, and Kenyan authorities valued the ants at 1 million shillings ($7,700). —ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026 The shares were seized as unclaimed property, sold by the state, and later valued at a fraction of their potential worth when the owner attempted to reclaim them. —Richard Ramos, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for valued
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valued
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My condolences to her family and loved ones.— Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
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Nobody wants to watch a loved one endure the pain, debilitation, and loss of independence that can follow a serious fall.— Brian Frost, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
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Beyond flowers, several annuals like coleus are treasured for their showstopping foliage.— Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
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It'll always be studied, stared at, written about and treasured.— Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
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The volume of plastics in the oceans has been estimated to be up to 199 million tons, UNEP said.— Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.— CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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If your income comes primarily from protected sources like Social Security or disability benefits, a court judgment may pose little immediate threat.— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
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The Surgeon General's office, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are banned for 10 years from wielding legal, regulatory or economic pressure to persuade the platforms to remove protected speech.— Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
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The spa There's no spa on site, but a 1,700-square-foot fitness center and the option of having an in-room Peloton set up (the virtual exercise company's Hudson Yards headquarters is visible from the hotel gym itself) will be much appreciated by fitness gurus.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
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There were always local leaders who appreciated his talents, with some on hand Friday to celebrate this homecoming.— Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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In the first phase, CAPE will accept refund applications for unliquidated tariffs—meaning tariffs that have been assessed but not yet finalized by CBP—and for tariffs finalized by CBP within the past 80 days.— Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 17 Apr. 2026
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Ball ended up being fined $60,000 for his actions during the game ($35,000 for the foul, $25,000 for postgame profanity on TV) and assessed a flagrant foul.— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
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Zachary was a cherished friend whose kindness and spirit touched everyone who knew him.— Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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Some cherished illusions will be shattered, including what chimpanzees eat, which is not exclusively fruit but sometimes other, weaker primates like red colobus monkeys.— David Faris, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026
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King George enjoyed an afternoon with his two girls while at the Royal Lodge at Windsor in this sweet photo from 1946.— Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Brian had enjoyed being in control of the band.— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Valued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/valued. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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