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as in prices
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer the real value of that house is close to a million dollars
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as in distinctions
a quality that gives something special worth defending the democratic system's intrinsic values
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as in treasures
to hold dear a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in estimates
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of values
Nadia Gill, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 As Firecracker realizes during a marketing brainstorm with VP Ashley Barrett, Oh Father, Vought producer Courtenay Fortney, and the Worm, the basic values of Jesus Christ don’t sell anymore. —Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026 And no amount of money will ever define me or buy my values. —Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026 The lack of relegation also sets a floor for MLS values that has risen dramatically over the past decade. —Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026 Many of your readers likely already espouse Indigenous values—or would claim to—yet their own lives and the world at large remain largely unchanged. —Tim Brinkhof, JSTOR Daily, 22 Apr. 2026 People can speak clearly about values but cannot form a culture that holds under strain. —Richard P. Weigand, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026 The $155 million build (money set aside to cover potential future losses) on the auto unit was driven by a slightly higher subprime mix and a modestly lower outlook for vehicle values. —Jeff Marks, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026 As commodity values increase, so does the incentive to steal. —Brian Maass, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Known for its walkable neighborhoods, fiercely independent food culture and more than 500 food carts spread across the city, Portland rewards the kind of eater who values authenticity over flash and community over chains. —Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026 For anyone who values that same spirit back home in Sacramento, Portland feels less like a standard vacation and more like visiting a kindred community. —Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026 The moves point to a team doubling down on identity, on continuity, on a system that values versatility over star power. —Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026 The Bose QuietComfort remains the gold standard for anyone who values their sanity in loud spaces. —Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026 If your company values innovation, hire people who challenge ideas and push for creative solutions — not just those who agree with everything. —Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026 So there's gonna be a little bit of a get-to-know-you period with Jack, his new agents and new representation, and how his representation values him with the Rangers. —Staff Writter, Dallas Morning News, 10 Apr. 2026 But those who want the league to abandon the challenge system and go full ABS should heed the words of Baltimore Orioles right-hander Chris Bassitt, who values the skill of the umpires. —Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
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Yet that commitment has been lost in our national discourse, drowned out by years of media attention trained on Republican legislators who have largely abandoned those historical values in service of a deregulatory corporatism. —Nadia Gill, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 As Firecracker realizes during a marketing brainstorm with VP Ashley Barrett, Oh Father, Vought producer Courtenay Fortney, and the Worm, the basic values of Jesus Christ don’t sell anymore. —Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026 And no amount of money will ever define me or buy my values. —Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026 The lack of relegation also sets a floor for MLS values that has risen dramatically over the past decade. —Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026 Many of your readers likely already espouse Indigenous values—or would claim to—yet their own lives and the world at large remain largely unchanged. —Tim Brinkhof, JSTOR Daily, 22 Apr. 2026 People can speak clearly about values but cannot form a culture that holds under strain. —Richard P. Weigand, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026 The $155 million build (money set aside to cover potential future losses) on the auto unit was driven by a slightly higher subprime mix and a modestly lower outlook for vehicle values. —Jeff Marks, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026 As commodity values increase, so does the incentive to steal. —Brian Maass, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
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In a Wednesday statement, a BP spokesman said the refinery values its employees and respects their rights to assemble. —Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Known for its walkable neighborhoods, fiercely independent food culture and more than 500 food carts spread across the city, Portland rewards the kind of eater who values authenticity over flash and community over chains. —Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026 For anyone who values that same spirit back home in Sacramento, Portland feels less like a standard vacation and more like visiting a kindred community. —Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026 The moves point to a team doubling down on identity, on continuity, on a system that values versatility over star power. —Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026 The Bose QuietComfort remains the gold standard for anyone who values their sanity in loud spaces. —Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026 If your company values innovation, hire people who challenge ideas and push for creative solutions — not just those who agree with everything. —Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026 So there's gonna be a little bit of a get-to-know-you period with Jack, his new agents and new representation, and how his representation values him with the Rangers. —Staff Writter, Dallas Morning News, 10 Apr. 2026 But those who want the league to abandon the challenge system and go full ABS should heed the words of Baltimore Orioles right-hander Chris Bassitt, who values the skill of the umpires. —Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for values
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But there are concerns about rising ticket prices and soaring production budgets, fueled by higher costs for labor, materials and energy.— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
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The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation last month, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening already substantial political hurdles for the White House.— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Apr. 2026
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Looking back at what was absorbed into existing categories rather than singled out, the distinctions become even sharper.— Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
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Judgment on the other hand is more about taste, professional intuition, and subtle but often critical qualitative distinctions that often require both talent and experience.— Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
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My grandmother treasures a mink coat her father bought her more than 60 years ago.— Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
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William is a charmer who enjoys meeting new people and treasures those who spend meaningful time with him and connect with his spirit.— Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
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Beyond the acquisition costs, the report estimates spending another $21 billion in capital investment over the space of three decades to maintain the assets for transmission and distribution of the utility system.— Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
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With a battery capacity of 2,016 Wh, Bluetti estimates this can run a standard 2-kWH, 18-22-cu-ft (510-623-L) fridge for about 22 hours on a full charge.— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Apr. 2026
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When million-dollar net worths were rare, a $1 million home purchase felt like a clear signal of having made it.— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2026
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All net worths were calculated as of March 1.— Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
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In her writings and website biographies, Morganroth extolled the virtues of freedom of speech, of seeking the truth no matter the roadblocks and of adhering to strong ethical values.— Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
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These songs may remind you of the comfortable virtues of another country craftsman, his mentor, Luke Combs.— Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
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Rarely do two such defining voices of the podcasting industry share the same stage, making this a truly unmissable moment for anyone who loves the art of the interview.— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
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If your household is large and loves everything topped with a runny egg, look for a larger capacity pan that holds four or more at a time.— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
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Before applying to be a special agent, Canvasser was a civilian employee assigned to the Office of Strategic Information and Intelligence, which monitors and assesses threats to the president and others under Secret Service protection.— Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
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The due diligence team reviews historical well records, verifies well locations in the field, assesses vapor and methane conditions, and coordinates closely with regulators and local agencies using a systematic approach.— Tim Rathmann, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
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“Values.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/values. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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