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[kawst, kost] / kɔst, kɒst /






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The cost of everyday children's clothing has risen by at least 30% since 2021, according to the Consumer Price Index data.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

If the insect was left unchecked, the disease could cost the California wine industry $166 million annually, California Department of Food and Agriculture officials said in an email.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Founder Kyle Henderson-Begg said: "We believe that raising a family shouldn't cost the earth and we're here to support local families and build community."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“I don’t think anybody is going to change a policy on a year or two of performance, but the opportunity cost of not having that exposure in your portfolio has increased pretty significantly,” Yates says.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“You think any of us don’t understand the cost of burning?”

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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