bills

Example Sentences

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Households are experiencing a rise in fuel prices, and bracing themselves for higher energy and food bills because of the war in Iran disrupting supply chains.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Although Brent crude oil prices have declined, they remain above $100 per barrel, “keeping pressure on oil import bills and sustaining inflation risks” in Asia, the senior currency analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Treasury has attempted to limit its interest costs by twisting its borrowing toward short-term bills and away from intermediate- and long-term notes and bonds, which carry higher yields.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

His repeated attempts to flex expensive restaurant bills and hardman tough talk land like a waterlogged handkerchief after he’s spent song after song cataloging all the specific ways we’ve all hurt his feelings.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

I flip through gardening magazines, thick bills, and flyers from local businesses—who knew there were so many businesses around Somewhere?

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller