billed
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of billed
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at bill 2, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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A ground-control system for GPS satellites called Next Generation Operational Control System was billed the “best-value GPS control system for the future.”
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2026
The event was billed as an open house where concerned locals could get their questions answered.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Using advanced analytical methods, researchers detected remnants of collagen in the hip bone of an Edmontosaurus, a duck billed dinosaur.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
It has been billed as a celebration of the musical heritage of Wales featuring world-renowned artists and choirs, and was inspired by Wales's reputation as the land of song.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
We were only as good as the hours we billed.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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