at a price

US /æt ə praɪs/
UK /æt ə praɪs/
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付出代价, 有代价

with a significant cost or consequence, often a negative one

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He achieved success, but it came at a price.
他取得了成功,但这付出了代价
Winning the championship came at a price, with several key players injured.
赢得冠军付出了代价,几名关键球员受伤了。