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Free sign upThe phrase "only cost" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a situation in which an object or service was purchased for a particularly low cost. For example, "The dress only cost me $20!".
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That is not even the only cost.
"They only cost about £5," he said.
The only cost was hosting.
It only cost a penny.
And they only cost $30.
Then again, my watch only cost £9.99.
Suffering is not the only cost.
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It only costs a pound.
"That only costs about $25 to $35," she said.
What's more, that only costs £20-£25 £20-£25
Actually, the machine only costs $900.
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