7 items that are way cheaper now

Despite what feels like the constantly rising costs of modern life, the prices of some essential commodities have remained relatively stable compared to dollar values and wages in the past.

7 Things That Are Much Cheaper Now Than They Used To Be

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D espite what feels like the constantly rising costs of modern life, the prices of some essential commodities have remained relatively stable compared to dollar values and wages in the past. Other everyday items have, surprisingly, become much cheaper over time, even when accounting for inflation. Here are seven things that are less expensive now than they were in decades past.

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