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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Instead, it was Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who was there “strictly in his personal capacity” for what was billed as “a policy discussion.”
From Slate • May 19, 2026
The high-profile, high-stakes showdown between two of the most powerful companies and leaders in technology was billed as a battle that could change the trajectory of AI.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
“The drama, the excitement, the spotlight…it couldn’t be billed any better.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
For years, the Lobito Corridor was billed as the biggest US infrastructure investment in Africa.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
He billed it as a truthful account of events; yet Lewis used leading language like “supernatural,” and “haunt,” in addition to, “murder.”
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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