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over the odds
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(of a price tag) much more than what is considered normal or fair
Dialect
British
British
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "over the odds" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "over the odds" is uncertain, but it likely comes from the world of betting and gambling. This idiom is used to describe a situation where something is offered or valued at a higher price or with better terms than usual or expected.
Examples
We paid over the odds for a tiny room near the station.
