a little (bit) steep
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A bit more expensive than desired or expected. Thirty bucks for two movie tickets and an order of popcorn? That's a little steep, don't you think? They said the repairs would come to about $500, which seemed a little bit steep, if you ask me. The hotel is a little bit steep, but it looks fabulous and it's right in the heart of the city.
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little steep
and little priceyFig. relatively expensive; costing more than one wants to pay. The food here is a little pricey, but you get a lot of it.
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