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as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
why is the electric bill so high this month?
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as in notes
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
the $5 bill has a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the front
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as in posters
a sheet bearing an announcement for posting in a public place
posted a bill advertising the new play
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as in expenses
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
although they were all working adults, their parents still insisted on paying the bill whenever they went out to eat
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as in laws
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the legislative committee endorsed a bill that would strengthen consumer protections
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Recent Examples of bills
A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The typical hospice in Los Angeles County bills Medicare roughly $29,000 per patient, more than double the national average.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Her monthly bills dropped — not temporarily, but permanently.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
At a time when Floridians are struggling with rising insurance premiums, gas prices, grocery prices and utility bills, the state should not be spending taxpayer dollars to redraw maps that were already established just a few years ago.
—Allyson Meyers, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The bills have run into vocal opposition from people who think the measures don’t go far enough to protect children.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The former mayor of New Britain appeared unprepared for the release of a report on allegations of backdating of tax bills to eliminate interest on late payments by the city’s tax collector.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Both bills were passed by the Senate Health and Judiciary committees along party lines and will be heard next by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
—Claudia Boyd Barrett, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
As of this year, advocates are tracking 57 right-to-repair bills across 22 states.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
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As of last week, nearly 2,900 second installment bills that were supposed to go out last November were still unsent — including the bungalow Brooks has owned since 1982.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The typical hospice in Los Angeles County bills Medicare roughly $29,000 per patient, more than double the national average.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Her monthly bills dropped — not temporarily, but permanently.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
At a time when Floridians are struggling with rising insurance premiums, gas prices, grocery prices and utility bills, the state should not be spending taxpayer dollars to redraw maps that were already established just a few years ago.
—Allyson Meyers, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The bills have run into vocal opposition from people who think the measures don’t go far enough to protect children.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The former mayor of New Britain appeared unprepared for the release of a report on allegations of backdating of tax bills to eliminate interest on late payments by the city’s tax collector.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Both bills were passed by the Senate Health and Judiciary committees along party lines and will be heard next by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
—Claudia Boyd Barrett, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
As of this year, advocates are tracking 57 right-to-repair bills across 22 states.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bills
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The best way to remove ticks from your property is to keep up with general yard maintenance, especially around bushes that pets frequently brush up against.—
Charlotte Maracina,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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This method creates a durable, washable bed that pets love.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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Most planes already have technology that broadcasts their locations, called ADS-B Out, but are not equipped with collision-avoidance technology referred to as ADS-B In.—
Olivia Rinaldi,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Hosmer will take the baton and work the entire week for the Royals broadcasts with Lefebvre.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 Apr. 2026
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Variety announces that after a two-year casting search, Michael’s very own nephew, Jaafar Jackson—the then 26-year-old son of Michael’s brother Jermaine Jackson and his ex-wife Alejandra Oaziaza—has been cast.—
Chris Murphy,
Vanity Fair,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Norwegian Aqua is made for families and the ship announces this from afar with its double water slide.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Vine also advertises free customer service from actual humans for installation issues.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
24 Apr. 2026
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Herz releases regular videos on her store’s Facebook page that advertises new offerings and vendors at her store.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
23 Apr. 2026
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The company discounts the original value of the home, requires homeowners to pay all costs and fees during the term of the agreement and controls the home appraisal process, the attorneys asserted.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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Athleta is one that rarely discounts everything, which is why its 25 percent off sitewide winter sale should be on your radar to score built-to-last travel pants.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the investigative outlet Inkyfada faces a court hearing May 11 as authorities pursue the dissolution of Al Khatt, the association that publishes it.—
Ghaya ben Mbarek,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the investigative outlet Inkyfada faces a court hearing on May 11, as authorities pursue the dissolution of Al Khatt, the association that publishes it.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Sue Halpern assesses the current threat of digital warfare and how the Administration may have weakened American defenses.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Board of Equalization today oversees the state’s 58 county assessors, assesses the property of railroads and certain utilities, collects alcoholic beverage tax and plays a part in administering taxes on insurers.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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But when Sandel saw more chimps appear, the primates did not reunite in their typical fashion of loud screaming, pats on the back and holding hands.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
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During the performance, the singer kneels down to hand Fox the award and pats his head before continuing on.—
Luzdelia Caballero,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Bills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bills. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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