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[kawst, kost] / kɔst, kɒst /






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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

In a second call with the BBC, HTA manager Angfurba claims the two clients did not want to pay the additional cost for a more experienced guide after their original one was removed.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

General Motors is investing in sodium-ion battery technology for grid-scale energy storage, citing its lower cost and suitability for utilities.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The cost of goods rose 1.1% in the 12 months ended in May, down from a recent peak of 1.5% last fall.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Those watches cost between ten and twenty thousand dollars each,” he admits finally.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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