There has been a sharp rise in the cost of living.
There has been a sharp rise in the cost of living.
English
cost
kɑːst
Meaning: the amount of money needed to buy or do something; price
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Example sentences
The cost of living is rising.
The cost of living is rising.
The total cost of the trip was much higher than we expected.
The total cost of the trip was much higher than we expected.
The actual cost was much higher than the estimate.
The actual cost was much higher than the estimate.
The high cost of living is putting a strain on families.
The high cost of living is putting a strain on families.
Usage Notes
Refers to the financial expenditure required for something. It can also figuratively refer to effort or loss.
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