actual cost
Americannoun
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“Similar to other major carriers, when costs remain elevated, we implement temporary surcharges on our fulfillment fees to recover a portion of the actual cost increases we are experiencing,” Amazon said in the announcement Thursday.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Thomas Crampton, a longtime Davos attendee, said he has been offered hotel badges for 1,200 Swiss francs, equivalent to about $1,500, up from the actual cost of 165 francs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026
The cost-of-living adjustment can’t keep up with the actual cost of living, as retirees’ costs climb.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 9, 2025
The actual cost of a repair to her car was "in the region of £16 to £20" but she had claimed £577.55.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2025
Taking all the roads in the country, and adding together the stock and bonds issued, they represent $3,800,408,749 more than their actual cost.
From Monopolies and the People by Cloud, D. C.
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