* Simple: The diamond necklace was incredibly expensive.
* Descriptive: The vintage car, though beautiful, was an expensive purchase.
* Comparative: Eating out at that restaurant is much more expensive than cooking at home.
* Figurative: The silence after her announcement was as expensive as gold.
* With a synonym: The luxury resort offered a lavish but pricey vacation experience.
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