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as in exchange
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
when the other team unexpectedly offered to hand over its top pitcher for our star shortstop, our coach agreed to the trade
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as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
a youth eager to learn the trade of cabinetmaking
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as in profession
the activity by which one regularly makes a living
writing is my trade
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as in commerce
the buying and selling of goods especially on a large scale and between different places
a bill regulating trade with that country
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as in sale
the transfer of ownership of something from one person to another for a price
the trade of all of her holdings in the company just before the stock plunged in value immediately aroused suspicions
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as in to deal
to carry on the business of buying and selling goods or other property
the U.S. agreed to trade with China
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Recent Examples of trade
Philip Elliott, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
China on Wednesday raised tariffs on imports from the U.S. to 84%, the country's latest response in an escalating trade war with President Trump whose 104% tariff on Chinese goods also went into effect on Wednesday.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
Alex Harring, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Franchise-altering pass rushers typically don’t hit the open market, and trading for one would have depleted financial and draft resources.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
White House officials say Trump will involve himself directly in the new nation-by-nation trade talks that will now dominate the next three months.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
China on Wednesday raised tariffs on imports from the U.S. to 84%, the country's latest response in an escalating trade war with President Trump whose 104% tariff on Chinese goods also went into effect on Wednesday.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
The electric vehicle maker's shares traded as low as $226.27 in the minute of Trump's post.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Franchise-altering pass rushers typically don’t hit the open market, and trading for one would have depleted financial and draft resources.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trade
Noun
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Here is the adorable moment (but be aware there is a curse word in this exchange).—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2025
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But police allege that Sullivan was lying during that exchange.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Five informational booths will focus on cultural preservation, language revitalization and Indigenous rights, and 10 booths will showcase traditional crafts, bead work, pottery and contemporary art.—
Gary Warth,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Small craft should exercise caution if venturing into Gulf Stream waters, including portions of the Treasure Coast nearshore waters, due to poor boating conditions, according to NWS Melbourne.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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As global trade grew, the profession became formalized, with pilots undergoing rigorous training, apprenticeships, and exams.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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And this is the corner through which Rabinowitz entered the profession.—
Alec MacGillis,
ProPublica,
3 Apr. 2025
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Ryan Reynolds, who moonlights as co-owner of Welsh soccer club Wrexham A.F.C., turned up alongside super-creator Taylor Sheridan (whose own athletics usually involve cattle), NBA investor Mark Cuban and former Obama commerce secretary Penny Prtizker.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Despite maintaining its position as a leading commerce infrastructure provider, the company faces intensifying competition from Amazon, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, and a host of new specialized e-commerce tools.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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That’s the second most of all sports behind Penn State football, which did more than $44 million in sales.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Last weekend, Minecraft Movie from Warner Bros and Legendary opened in China in first place, with ticket sales of $14.5 million, which makes up just over 10% of the film’s $144M international box office takings.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Nearly all Democrats, 97 percent, and a large majority of independents, 77 percent, think that tariffs will deal a short-term blow to the nation’s economy.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Yankees were also dealt several blows to the bullpen because of injuries.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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The eight-episode dramedy stars Luke Kirby and French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg as the directors of ballet companies in New York and Paris, respectively, who agree to swap their main attractions in a bid to save their storied institutions.—
Michael Ausiello,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Maybe the fan theories are right, and Ariana swapping out her Glinda pink for Swarovski lilac is yet another sign of a brand new era.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
9 Apr. 2025
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The exhibit displays over two centuries of sculptures that show how art has produced and reproduced racial attitudes and ideologies.—
John P. Jackson,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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The title drop, when a line of dialogue references the film’s title, is a delicate art with a distinct cult following.—
Donald Liebenson,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Trade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trade. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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