Example Sentences

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The implication: Since these predictable trades can be replicated at low cost, investors are overpaying for them.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

That means millions of patients are overpaying for drugs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

But the Competition and Markets Authority has launched an investigation into high food and fuel prices, saying it will look at whether a "failure in competition" meant customers are overpaying.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2023

“Obviously, myself and other investors are overpaying for Twitter right now,” he said on Wednesday during an earnings call for Tesla’s quarterly results.

From New York Times • Oct. 21, 2022

"I am afraid you are overpaying me, Mr. Sargent," said Rodney.

From Cast Upon the Breakers by Alger, Horatio