exorbitant

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adjective

Greatly exceeding what’s considered reasonable, especially in cost or price.

πŸ’¬ Usage Examples

β€œIn a city like New York, with exorbitant housing costs, ninety-five thousand dollars a year does not buy the same comforts.” Jennifer Gonnerman; The Total Package; The New Yorker; Jan 16, 2023.
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