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value

[val-yoo] / ˈvæl yu /




Usage

What are other ways to say value? To value is to attach importance to a thing because of its worth (material or otherwise). To appreciate is to exercise wise judgment, delicate perception, and keen insight in realizing the worth of something. To esteem is to feel respect combined with a warm, kindly feeling. To prize is to value highly and cherish.

Example Sentences

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“I want him to remember where he came from,” she said, adding that students were taught to value compassion and community.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Griffin sees value in humanoids in reducing risk to human soldiers, but also says unpredictable environments remain a major hurdle.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Just because we see value at $90 doesn’t mean investors will get that price soon.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

NAV loans are issued directly to a private markets fund and secured by the value of the vehicle’s underlying net assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“My emerald. My favorite! A gift of great value, from an admirer, long ago. If I die, you can sell. Pay for funeral! If I live—too bad! Ah ha ha!”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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