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In the interim, Toyota unveiled an even-more-race-car-like Final Edition Supra, but it will be limited to just 300 units and likely cost a pretty penny.
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Peter Nelson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
When winter temperatures are unbearable, running a central heating system can make living more comfortable but also cost a pretty penny.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
He was named the starting pitcher for the National League in the All-Star Game after just 11 starts and finished the season 11-3 with a 1.96 ERA in 23 games for the Pirates, meaning that rookie card could be worth a pretty penny in the future.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 17 Nov. 2024
Wall Art Artwork doesn't have to cost a pretty penny in order to transform your space.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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Peter Nelson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
When winter temperatures are unbearable, running a central heating system can make living more comfortable but also cost a pretty penny.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
He was named the starting pitcher for the National League in the All-Star Game after just 11 starts and finished the season 11-3 with a 1.96 ERA in 23 games for the Pirates, meaning that rookie card could be worth a pretty penny in the future.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 17 Nov. 2024
Wall Art Artwork doesn't have to cost a pretty penny in order to transform your space.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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“A pretty penny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20pretty%20penny. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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