exorbitant
Example Sentences
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Yet, despite demanding exorbitant capital, these industries don’t actually employ that many people.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Just as things start looking up, Amanda’s car is stolen, left in an illegal spot and towed, and the towing company slaps her with an exorbitant $21,000 bill for circumstances entirely out of her control.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
Lamenting the logistical nightmare, exorbitant costs and strain on working families, they offer tips and tricks for locking in sought-after sessions: Pay attention to countdown clocks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026
Where we don’t hide behind high walls, apologists and exorbitant price tags.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
I don’t know exactly how much it was, and the price of any gift in the arena was exorbitant.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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