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Cost
01
an amount we pay to buy, do, or make something
Example
He compared the cost of various insurance plans.
He was unaware of the cost of the repair.
02
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)
03
the value or price that needs to be paid, whether in terms of money, effort, or sacrifice, to obtain something
to cost
Example
The new smartphone costs $ 500, but it comes with advanced features.
Regular maintenance for the car typically costs around $ 100 per month.
02
to cause the loss of something, often valuable, or a negative outcome resulting from a particular action or decision
Ditransitive: to cost sb sth
Transitive: to cost sth
Example
Ignoring safety regulations can cost lives in hazardous work environments.
The company 's decision to cut corners on quality control ultimately cost them their reputation.
