expensive option
[/ɪkˈspɛnsɪv ˈɑpʃən/]
noun phrasepl: expensive options
opção cara
1. A choice or alternative that costs a significant amount of money; a solution or selection that requires substantial financial expenditure
Buying a new car is an expensive option when you could repair your current vehicle.
Comprar um carro novo é uma opção cara quando você poderia consertar seu veículo atual.
2. A premium or high-cost choice among several available alternatives
First-class flights are the most expensive option for travelers.
Os voos de primeira classe são a opção mais cara para viajantes.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'expensive option' is commonly used in discussions about consumer choices, business decisions, and financial planning. Brazilians often use this phrase when discussing cost-benefit analyses, while Americans frequently use it in comparative shopping contexts. The phrase reflects consumer culture in both nations where multiple choices and price comparisons are standard practice.
NYC Slang
the pricey pick / the costly move
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