the damage

Idioms  

1. The cost or price of something, as in So what's the damage for this outfit? This seemingly modern slangy phrase, with damage alluding to the harm done to one's pocketbook, was first recorded in 1755.

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the damage

But slash-and-burn land-clearing practices also contributed to the damage, said David Gaveau, founder of the Nusantara Atlas.

From Barron's ● Sep. 5, 2026

A couple of decent saves but the damage was done.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026

While regular police and military patrols now keep the zama zamas at bay, the community lives with the damage, said 63-year-old resident Sarah Rakgwanhla.

From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026

But the damage, fear and trauma keep trailing off the pages.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026

She pulls a tissue out of the box and leans into the mirror to repair the damage.

From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson