well-spent
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Commodities, goods and services provide time well-saved, while experiences offer time well-spent.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
It will be money well-spent if it helps secure their prize.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025
No doubt those who paid millions for Super Bowl spots will consider it money well-spent.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2025
Angela McGowan, CBI Northern Ireland director, said:"UK and EU negotiators have shown pragmatism here, but the extended time must be well-spent in securing a lasting, practical solution to this problem."
From BBC • Dec. 19, 2022
The old couple themselves were living on the fruits of their early industry and economy, in a small solitary cottage, calmly closing the evening of a well-spent life.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume III by Various
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