"a good friend"
"my sisters and brothers are near and dear"
"one's dearest wish"
"devout wishes for their success"
"heartfelt condolences"
"costly jewelry"
"high-priced merchandise"
"much too dear for my pocketbook"
"a pricey restaurant"
"she loved him dearly"
"he treats her affectionately"
"he paid dearly for the food"
"this cost him dear"