Definition of monetarynext
as in financial
of or relating to money, banking, or investments an economist who is critical of this administration's monetary policies

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Recent Examples of monetary By assigning a monetary value to every post, social media interaction and editorial story, Launchmetrics determines a brand’s influence and earned engagement, quantifying for the first time the value of red carpet placements. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026 That could skew the monetary policy outlook, which treads a delicate balance. Sarah Min, CNBC, 6 Feb. 2026 Federal Reserve monetary policy remains a critical driver for precious metals as well, and right now, markets continue pricing in the possibility that there will be additional Fed rate cuts through 2026 if economic data softens. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026 In addition to monetary sponsors, Crisis Center is accepting in-kind donations for the silent auction. Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for monetary
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  • But investors were spooked and dumped shares in legal and financial software and services companies.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Lewis, known for his skepticism regarding financial and technological hype, pushed back with a question that cuts to the core of the current artificial intelligence frenzy.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
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  • Investors don’t want to inadvertently cheer on weakening job growth that could negatively impact consumer spending and economic growth, hurting stock prices.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The legislative package could prove to be one of the most significant economic measures passed this Congress.
    Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
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  • Western Digital Data storage company Western Digital (WDC) recently announced better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter results and issued solid guidance.
    TipRanks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s coalition won a legislative supermajority in Sunday’s election, projections show, cementing her grip on power and providing a strong mandate for her expansionary fiscal policy.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Feb. 2026

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“Monetary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monetary. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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