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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
Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
And committees were more heavily tilted toward Democrats, giving its members’ bills an easier path to the floor.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
And committees were more heavily tilted toward Democrats, giving its members’ bills an easier path to the floor.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
The size of Democrats’ control over the past two years has also given legislators space to lose votes without completely sinking more controversial bills.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
But the language included in the final package fell short of what some advocates had urged, and subsequent bills have followed.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
This would push more property tax bills in the area above $10,000 per year, with owners often passing the cost onto their tenants.
—Marc Joffe, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
In late 2020, Congress passed the No Surprises Act, which aimed to cut down on the prevalence of surprise medical bills from providers outside of a patient’s insurance network.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 14 Nov. 2024
But the language included in the final package fell short of what some advocates had urged, and subsequent bills have followed.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The size of Democrats’ control over the past two years has also given legislators space to lose votes without completely sinking more controversial bills.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
And committees were more heavily tilted toward Democrats, giving its members’ bills an easier path to the floor.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
And committees were more heavily tilted toward Democrats, giving its members’ bills an easier path to the floor.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
The size of Democrats’ control over the past two years has also given legislators space to lose votes without completely sinking more controversial bills.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
But the language included in the final package fell short of what some advocates had urged, and subsequent bills have followed.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
This would push more property tax bills in the area above $10,000 per year, with owners often passing the cost onto their tenants.
—Marc Joffe, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
In late 2020, Congress passed the No Surprises Act, which aimed to cut down on the prevalence of surprise medical bills from providers outside of a patient’s insurance network.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 14 Nov. 2024
But the language included in the final package fell short of what some advocates had urged, and subsequent bills have followed.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bills
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Lastly, Chanel announces Lake Como, Italy, as the location for its 2025 resort show.Essence, Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
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Abel, the police tech company that turns body camera footage into reports with AI, today announces its public launch.Dasha Shunina, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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Caterham advertises a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h) and a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of less than four seconds.New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
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This is another strong contender for a hypoallergenic and machine-washable choice, and advertises itself as a prime choice for hot sleepers and warmer months.Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 Oct. 2024
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The Rogers Fire Department assesses for carbon monoxide in the air to determine safety for the firefighters, but does not assess air quality for city residents, City Spokesman Peter Masonis said.Gael Langdon, arkansasonline.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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Two decades later, voters created Judicial Performance Review, including a bipartisan commission that assesses what are essentially peer and customer reviews of justices.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 18 Oct. 2024
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Under current law, most emergencies end when the governor declares them over or after a vote of the Legislature.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
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Walker declares the retailer remains staunchly dedicated to offering affordable fashion for all, meaning that price inflation to garner improved garment care isn't on the cards.Brooke Roberts-Islam, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Bills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bills. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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