as in demands
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
a great increase in the market for high-tech gadgets
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as in sells
to offer for sale to the public
local farmers market their garden-fresh produce at roadside stands all over the valley
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Recent Examples of markets
John Towfighi, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
To appeal to a Gen Z consumer in the US and Europe — two of Calvin Klein’s strongest markets — the brand is introducing Euphoria to a more premium audience, through a higher concentration dosage of up to 28%, and with a more expensive price tag of $129 for 100ml.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
De Rigo expressed her optimism for the Mercosur deal to eventually materialize, while highlighting the growing importance of India, among the emerging markets.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
International sales represent one quarter of total circulation, with North America and France as leading markets.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
In recent months, Lyft has been breaking into new markets.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Support Hawaiian artisans and small businesses by shopping at makers' markets like Ho’omau Hawaii Market.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
The region typically represents significant box office revenue for Hindi films given the large Indian diaspora populations in those markets.
—Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
These plans are not insurance, and therefore not subject to the Affordable Care Act's rules or protections, says Joann Volk, a professor at Georgetown University who studies private insurance markets.
—Mahsa Saeidi, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Under the French designer’s tenure, Patou grew to 100 stockists worldwide and opened stores across South Korea and Japan, markets where the brand gained swift early traction.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The brand markets itself as a family friendly steakhouse with mid-range prices.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
The six-parter will provide insight into the high-end supercar world, and the team at Brabus that makes and markets the vehicles and other lifestyle brand goods.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Visit Anaheim is a not-for-profit that books the Anaheim Convention Center and markets the city.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Kevin's Hawaiian Style Chicken The Kevin's brand—which markets to the paleo and keto-friendly crowd—is not new to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Other influencers picked up on the news, posting their disappointment that Vital Farms, which markets itself as pasture-raised, was also feeding its chickens a soy and corn mixture.
—Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
On paper, SuperBox markets itself as just hardware.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
James Reilly, senior markets economist at Capital Economics, said in a note that while the broader stock market continues to climb higher, exposure to AI will be a specific boost or drag for certain companies.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
To appeal to a Gen Z consumer in the US and Europe — two of Calvin Klein’s strongest markets — the brand is introducing Euphoria to a more premium audience, through a higher concentration dosage of up to 28%, and with a more expensive price tag of $129 for 100ml.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
De Rigo expressed her optimism for the Mercosur deal to eventually materialize, while highlighting the growing importance of India, among the emerging markets.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
International sales represent one quarter of total circulation, with North America and France as leading markets.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
In recent months, Lyft has been breaking into new markets.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Support Hawaiian artisans and small businesses by shopping at makers' markets like Ho’omau Hawaii Market.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
The region typically represents significant box office revenue for Hindi films given the large Indian diaspora populations in those markets.
—Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
These plans are not insurance, and therefore not subject to the Affordable Care Act's rules or protections, says Joann Volk, a professor at Georgetown University who studies private insurance markets.
—Mahsa Saeidi, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
The brand markets these slippers as perfect for any season or occasion, including the swimming pool and beach, relaxing around the house or for public showers and steam rooms.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Under the French designer’s tenure, Patou grew to 100 stockists worldwide and opened stores across South Korea and Japan, markets where the brand gained swift early traction.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The brand markets itself as a family friendly steakhouse with mid-range prices.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
The six-parter will provide insight into the high-end supercar world, and the team at Brabus that makes and markets the vehicles and other lifestyle brand goods.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Visit Anaheim is a not-for-profit that books the Anaheim Convention Center and markets the city.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Kevin's Hawaiian Style Chicken The Kevin's brand—which markets to the paleo and keto-friendly crowd—is not new to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Other influencers picked up on the news, posting their disappointment that Vital Farms, which markets itself as pasture-raised, was also feeding its chickens a soy and corn mixture.
—Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
On paper, SuperBox markets itself as just hardware.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for markets
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Among the demands are a requirement for judicial warrants, better identification of DHS officers, new use of force standards and a stop to racial profiling.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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That includes hackers, foreign governments and legal demands from agencies like the FBI.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Guy, as Sinclair is known on the show, sells to everyone, stressed-out 20-something assistant and cross-dressing stay-at-home dad alike, witnessing their private joys and pains and shortcomings and judging no one.—
Ezra Marcus,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
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Guthrie, who now sells insurance, deferred comment to his lawyer, Warren Price of Murphy & Price in Colorado Springs.—
Justin Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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