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as in worth
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer
the real value of that house is close to a million dollars
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as in advantage
a quality that gives something special worth
defending the democratic system's intrinsic values
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as in importance
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
the value of a good education cannot be overstated
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as in to treasure
to hold dear
a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in to estimate
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of value
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
While that might seem like a modest amount of physical metal, gold's value lies not just in its weight but in its role as a wealth preservation tool and portfolio diversifier.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Let’s review one way these two states’ governments and voters value education.
—Jay Reddick, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
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While airline miles are easier to earn than ever, using them well—and maximizing their value—can often feel confusing.
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The victim was wearing a Rolex Datejust 41, which was valued at $14,000.
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According to the market research firm EchoTik, the TikTok Shop sold $19 billion worth of products globally in the third quarter of this year, from July through September.—
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For me, the ring wasn't about my partner proving his financial worth to me.—
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From roster makeup to individual position battles to the coaches looking to exploit any advantage on the field, every bit of film is scrutinized to see which team has the advantage in January.—
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Despite being given three power plays in the first, the B’s were not good at all on the man advantage.—
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Though their divorce was acrimonious, and the two were later involved in various legal proceedings, the source said that Clarkson knew the importance of her children’s relationship with their father.—
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Middlebrooks echoed those concerns, emphasizing the importance of the services provided by the health system.—
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Leeds United fans would have treasured a win over Manchester United more than any other this season and Sunday’s clash at Elland Road was undoubtedly a great opportunity.—
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Along with his family, Rivers can treasure a two-week stretch like few others in NFL history.—
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Barring drastic cuts to spending or bringing in additional revenue, the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office estimates the deficit could be as high as $18 billion this year and $35 billion in future years.—
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Idaho’s Office of Performance Evaluations, an independent oversight agency, estimated in a report released last year that the gap between what school districts spend to educate students with disabilities and what the state provides is more than $80 million.—
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In the runup to the 2025 Super Bowl, Fox had sold out its ads by August, a sign that advertisers were willing to pay a steep price for one of the last remaining monocultural events in America.—
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The company has not given a price range for the homes.—
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Critics say those distinctions are arbitrary and unfair, being based on outdated assumptions and bad science.—
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There is a subtle but important distinction that bears discussion.—
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Nvidia became the first company to hit a $5 trillion valuation in October, Broadcom’s shares rose 49% across 2025, with ASML’s stock increasing 36%.—
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The levy extension costs property owners up to 22 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, and supports ambulance services, emergency medical services, hospitals and public health providers.—
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“Value.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/value. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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