Early adopters pay a hefty price to purchase the latest Apple gadget on the release date or any technology for that matter.
College textbooks have been overpriced for years, but students spend money on them because they often don't have another choice.
Bottled water and designer water have become more expensive over the years. You're overpaying for the bottle when you could get the same hydration from tap water.
You have time to spare on your four-hour layover, so you naturally want to find something to eat and a beverage to quench your thirst.
Spending significant money on an engagement ring has become the standard these days. With the diamond industry controlling prices, it's not rare for someone to spend an exorbitant amount on an engagement ring.
Weddings have become an expensive item that many of us will accept, and the special day could easily put a financial burden on you. You don't have to go with a traditional wedding if you want to get married.
Wedding-related events, from destination bachelor parties to bridal showers, have become accepted practice. These expensive purchases can add up for everyone involved.
Printer ink has been notoriously expensive for years, and most of us have just accepted it since there's not much else we can do when we have required documents.