big-ticket
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of big-ticket
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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James prioritised protecting his "big-ticket items" and managed to pull off a successful escape.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
“While they’re thoughtful about the big-ticket buys, they’re absolutely willing to spend on those high price points when they need to or when the technology is compelling enough.”
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Much of the investment was a bet that the companies would keep attracting readers and thereby increase profitability, leading one day to an initial public offering or big-ticket sale to a strategic buyer.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
Beginning last year, the company began focusing more on fair financing, or fixed-term and installment-based lending for big-ticket items.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Foster parent groups provided some of the basics, and our sponsors bought the big-ticket items.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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