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  • This hands-on work is why Spargel sells at a premium, around $8 to $10 per pound.
    — Jason Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2023
  • With space at a premium, there isn't enough space for a carry-on bag.
    — Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2023
  • In most of the U.S., property by the seashore comes at a premium, and home prices are out of reach for many retirees.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2022
  • Soft cases are good for road trips and flights on bush planes where space is at a premium.
    — Phil Bourjaily, Field & Stream, 17 Jan. 2023
  • Time is at a premium; alone time is a treasured gift not to be squandered.
    — Glamour, 23 May 2022
  • It might also be bought at a premium due to a bidding war.
    — Dallas News, 12 Feb. 2023
  • Which means hotels are at a premium, even five months out.
    — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2023
  • Two great plays, two runs likely saved on a day on which scoring came at a premium.
    — Todd Rosiak, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 12 Apr. 2022
  • In a place like L.A. where convenience is at a premium, more eyes are turning to Mid-City.
    — Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2024
  • Camping sites throughout the western part of the state are already at a premium.
    — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2023
  • If space is at a premium, vacuum seal bags will be your best friend.
    — Abby Ferguson, Popular Science, 28 Feb. 2024
  • After depth came at a premium last season, this is a good problem to have.
    — The Courier-Journal, 2 June 2023
  • Time has been at a premium, and it’s been really tough to carve out unbroken time to work on the writing.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Sep. 2023
  • As is the case with most ride-on mowers, comfort and convenience comes at a premium.
    — Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2023
  • The weather makes this game somewhat unpredictable, and points will be at a premium.
    — Dan Labbe, cleveland, 24 Dec. 2022
  • However, a trust's share price may also be higher than its NAV per share and trade at a premium.
    — Gaurav Sharma, Forbes, 17 July 2023
  • Baths also required space, which was at a premium in most households.
    — Eleanor Janega, WSJ, 12 Jan. 2023
  • Space is at a premium in a lot of our homes, and saving floor space is a huge plus, so this over-the-door ironing board can be an ideal solution for many.
    — Tanya Edwards, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2023
  • Space is at a premium in a lot of our homes, and saving floor space is a huge plus, so this over-the-door ironing board can be an ideal solution for many.
    — Tanya Edwards, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2023
  • Small-item storage is at a premium in the cargo area and the back seat, but front-seat occupants won't notice the pinch thanks to large door pockets and a large glovebox.
    — Austin Irwin, Car and Driver, 21 July 2023
  • Being able to play both of those spots will get the 22-year old in the lineup more with shortstop opportunities now at a premium.
    — Theo MacKie, The Arizona Republic, 22 Apr. 2022
  • Every stat was at a premium in Saturday's semifinal, but the Wildcats had the upper hand on the boards, grabbing 21 to the Lions' 17.
    — Brendan Connelly, The Enquirer, 28 Jan. 2024
  • With some work in the weight room, though, Harrison could become a solid starter at a premium position.
    — Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Even when carry-on bag space is at a premium, this is easy to stow away and have available for stress-free adventures while traveling.
    — Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2023
  • The two classes command a slightly different price, with the Class A shares usually trading at a premium of around 10%.
    — Paul Kiel, ProPublica, 9 Feb. 2023
  • And if space is at a premium, having another option for patio seating is a big plus.
    — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2023
  • The problem is that no team is excited to give up quality players at a premium position at this time of year.
    — Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Tennessee Titans, points were at a premium as the Bengals too often settled for field goals.
    — Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 15 Jan. 2023
  • While several stands offer such an option at a premium, Citi biking is your best bet.
    — Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2023
  • Many models from Toyota and Honda remain at a premium because of high demand, Drury said.
    — Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2024

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