real cost

Cultural  

1. The cost of producing a good or service, including the cost of all resources used and the cost of not employing those resources in alternative uses.

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real cost

Perhaps the Fed should shrink its balance sheet so the real cost and liquidity of government debt can be fully known.

From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026

The real cost of Objection AI is not what it does.

From Salon ● Apr. 23, 2026

However, opponents of the deal have said the real cost could amount to about £35 billion, adjusting for inflation, and risks allowing China to establish a presence on the archipelago.

From BBC ● Apr. 13, 2026

But if you think that feels like an inconvenience, think about what some consider the real cost of this ritual — namely, a $672 million hit to the U.S. economy.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 6, 2026

The real cost of the Nebraska trip, including airfare and fees for the festival, is about $1,500 per Truman student.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove