1
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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2
as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
a youth eager to learn the trade of cabinetmaking
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3
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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5
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
Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
Jenkins advertised in newspapers and trade magazines, and sponsored programs at major venues and events, such as Kansas City’s Exposition building and the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904.
—Sarah Biegelsen, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
The Kings traded 24-year-old Jordan Spence to Ottawa.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Starmer will be keen to keep attention the burgeoning trade ties between the two countries.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
Jenkins advertised in newspapers and trade magazines, and sponsored programs at major venues and events, such as Kansas City’s Exposition building and the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904.
—Sarah Biegelsen, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
Stocks are historically pricey: The S&P 500 is trading at 3.3 times the value of its constituents’ sales expectations, the highest on record.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
The Kings traded 24-year-old Jordan Spence to Ottawa.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trade
Noun
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Throughout his unfortunately short life, Charlie committed himself unreservedly to reasoned debate, rational discourse, and the polite exchange of opinion.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Most are unaware of any campus programs designed to foster such exchanges.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Officials in Moscow have also warned that NATO's actions against such craft would constitute a dangerous escalation of the standoff between Moscow and its Western adversaries.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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These artists pour years of work and risk into their craft.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That’s lofty praise coming from a luminary of the profession.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Brits still point to the overrepresentation of French names in high-status professions as evidence of a rigid and enduring class system.—
Will Collins,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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Many assets generate valuable data and are integrated within broader ecosystems of energy, logistics, and commerce.—
Maurice Obeid,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Allmodern’s Racheal rug is a favorite of commerce editor Audrey Lee, who was looking for a low-pile wool rug that wouldn’t need constant vacuuming.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
16 Sep. 2025
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More recently, her brother, Jose Napoleon, the director of admissions at Azure College in Fort Lauderdale, was charged this year with a wire-fraud conspiracy involving the sale of false nursing degrees.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
20 Sep. 2025
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This lightwear pair at Amazon is on sale for $12—a serious deal considering they’re polarized to ensure UV protection, feature a coating that helps protect against water on rainy days, and have a one-piece nosepad that fits snugly on your face without digging in like some of the metal varieties.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Deliveroo saw its shares plunge 30% in 2021 on the day of its initial public offering, dealing a significant blow to London's ambitions to compete with New York for more high-profile tech listings.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Svanson’s good work in those lower-leverage outings gave the Cardinals confidence to deal away bullpen pieces at the trading deadline – including star closer Ryan Helsley.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Vanessa Hudgens hasn’t even had the chance to swap her summer crochet linens for winter crochet wools, but the California concert promoter has already released the lineup for the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the earliest announcement since the event’s inception in 1999.—
Arielle Gordon,
Pitchfork,
16 Sep. 2025
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His activist group Turning Point USA helped update the young-Republican aesthetic, swapping bow ties for T-shirts and making rallies feel like rock concerts.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Relph has been the arts center's arts learning specialist since its founding.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
21 Sep. 2025
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Lenox, Massachusetts A mix of idyllic villages and pristine nature with a thriving art scene thrown in for good measure, The Berkshires region is dotted with lakes, mountains, and crimson and butterscotch leaves that tinge the autumn terrain.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Trade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trade. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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