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It comes at a cost
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It comes at a cost
If something comes at a cost, it means it has a disadvantage, a sacrifice, or a negative consequence attached to it.
Examples:
1- Living abroad can be wonderful, but it often comes at a cost.
2- Success can come at a cost if we neglect our health.
Modern life is full of things that make our lives easier.
Technology lets us work from anywhere.
Social media helps us stay connected.
We can order food, send messages, and attend meetings without leaving home.
These are incredible conveniences.
But sometimes…
the things that give us something also take something away.
And that’s exactly where today’s expression comes in:
“It comes at a cost.”
Hi everyone, and welcome to Daily English.
Today’s expression is thoughtful, practical, and extremely useful:
“It comes at a cost.”
One more time:
It comes at a cost.
If something comes at a cost, it means it has a disadvantage, a sacrifice, or a negative consequence attached to it.
Nothing is completely free.
Every benefit has a trade-off.
Let’s look at a relatable example.
Many people enjoy working remotely.
It saves commuting time and offers more flexibility.
But for some people, it also means:
- feeling isolated,
- working longer hours,
- and having less separation between work and personal life.
In other words:
Working remotely has many advantages, but it comes at a cost.
Or imagine someone moving abroad.
Living in another country can bring:
- new opportunities,
- personal growth,
- and exciting experiences.
But it can also mean:
- missing family,
- feeling homesick,
- and being far from people you love.
Again:
Living abroad can be wonderful, but it often comes at a cost.
This expression is common because almost every important choice in life involves trade-offs.
For example:
“Success can come at a cost if we neglect our health.”
Or:
“Convenience sometimes comes at a cost to our attention and peace of mind.”
This expression contains an important reminder.
We often compare the benefits of different choices.
But mature decisions also require us to ask:
What am I giving up in return?
More money may come at the cost of free time.
More convenience may come at the cost of deeper experiences.
More opportunities may come at the cost of being far from home.
That doesn’t mean these choices are bad.
It simply means that every path has both gains and sacrifices.
And understanding the cost helps us make wiser decisions.
Now it’s your turn:
What’s something valuable in your life that comes at a cost?
And is the cost worth it to you?
Thanks for listening to Daily English.
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