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as in supply
the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time
the new study adds to the general stock of knowledge about genetic disorders
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as in family
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the bride comes from good stock
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as in confidence
firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something
don't put any stock in her promises—she'll just tell you what she thinks you want to hear
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as in ancestry
the line of ancestors from whom a person is descended
his family is of mixed northern European stock
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as in idiot
a stupid person
just sat there like a stock, staring at me blankly whenever I asked him a question
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as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
the conversation became interesting once we got beyond the stock niceties and observations about the weather
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as in to store
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Recent Examples of stock
Nicholas Kerr,
ABC News,
2 July 2026
The data analytics company is growing at an impressive clip, analysts said, making the stock's valuation the most attractive it's been in a while.
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Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Brent Lang,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2022
And the reassuringly stock characters require no special actorly finesse to bring to life.
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Ben Brantley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2020
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
As part of the rainbow trout’s expansion across the country, a couple strains from Washington State were stocked long ago into the Great Lakes.
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Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
18 June 2026
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Noun
By contrast, Joe Biden made a total of 13 stock trades during his entire tenure as president.
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Nicholas Kerr,
ABC News,
2 July 2026
The data analytics company is growing at an impressive clip, analysts said, making the stock's valuation the most attractive it's been in a while.
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Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Adjective
Other entertainment players reward their teams with a blend of salary, stock grants, non-stock bonuses and options.
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Brent Lang,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2022
And the reassuringly stock characters require no special actorly finesse to bring to life.
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Ben Brantley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2020
Verb
These areas are frequently stocked and are located in easily accessible areas.
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Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
As part of the rainbow trout’s expansion across the country, a couple strains from Washington State were stocked long ago into the Great Lakes.
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Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stock
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Any monetization of the strait would be a dramatic change from the situation before the war, when commercial ships carrying 20% of the world’s oil and natural gas supply transited the waterway without fees.
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The facility’s hot water supply was measured below proper hot water supply.
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Many also include birthday party packages, scout patch programs and family classes where adults cook alongside their kids.
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It was built in 2021 by a developer as a family home, Stanaland said.
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While bouncing between the G League and the NBA, James worked with coaches on developing his shooting confidence, quick decision-making and defensive ability.
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The emotional Moon squaring disciplined Saturn this morning tests timing and boundaries, yet Leo’s warmth helps restore confidence as the day unfolds.
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In a similar vein, Vice President Vance has claimed that Americans who can trace their ancestry to those who fought in the Civil War are more American than those who can’t.
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Thomas added that Cancer is connected to home life, family, ancestry and emotional foundations, while Capricorn governs career, public image and professional success.
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Mantzoukas was willing to look like a maniac and a moron in equal measure.
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Lluís then calls Puig Antich a moron.
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But cruise missiles are more versatile in conventional warfare.
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The majority of Georgian wine reaching export markets is made in what producers call the European style — stainless steel fermentation, conventional winemaking, easily approachable.
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It is stored in an inactive form in cells such as the liver, spleen, bone marrow, and immune system—acting as the body’s reserve bank, indicating how much iron is available for future use.
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That badge allowed former surfer Conan Hayes, who was acquainted with election-denier and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell, to enter the secure room where the machines were stored and take images of the voting machines and associated data.
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Factor meals are made with health-conscious ingredients that can cater to your dietary needs, ranging from Keto to vegan and beyond.
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The setup can scan an area measuring 200 by 200 micrometers at heights ranging from 50 to 450 micrometers above the surface.
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“Stock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stock. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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