How is the phrase custar os olhos da cara translated from Portuguese to English

English translation
cost an arm and a leg
phrase

Ser caríssimo.

To be extremely expensive.

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  • Aquele carro custou os olhos da cara. — That car cost an arm and a leg.

  • Adorava aqueles bilhetes, mas custam os olhos da cara. — I'd love those tickets, but they cost an arm and a leg.

  • Um portátil decente ainda custa os olhos da cara? — Does a decent laptop still cost an arm and a leg?

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