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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
Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 28 July 2025
Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images A tariff simulator shows a dramatic drop in global exports to the U.S. as a result of President Donald Trump new trade deal with the European Union.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 28 July 2025
Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
Instead, Plumlee held that role for the better portion of the first half of the season before he was traded to the LA Clippers at the deadline in February.
Expect more of a repeat of that kind of thinking from the Hornets’ staff.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2025
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Noun
The negotiations between the parties endure amid the larger backdrop of an ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China since President Trump took office, with both countries beginning their third round of trade talks in Sweden Monday.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 28 July 2025
Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images A tariff simulator shows a dramatic drop in global exports to the U.S. as a result of President Donald Trump new trade deal with the European Union.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 28 July 2025
Verb
The new company will continue to be traded publicly under the Fubo name and Disney will control 70 percent and appoint a majority of the board.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
Instead, Plumlee held that role for the better portion of the first half of the season before he was traded to the LA Clippers at the deadline in February.
Expect more of a repeat of that kind of thinking from the Hornets’ staff.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trade
Noun
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The Reds acquired Hayes from the Pirates in exchange for Taylor Rogers, who unlike his brother throws lefty — and overhand.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
31 July 2025
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Wednesday night, the Tigers traded minor-league infielder Jim Jarvis to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for right-hander Rafael Montero, who has a 5.40 ERA in 38 1/3 innings this year.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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And just then, Micky Dolenz grabbed a handful of nuts from craft services and said, 'Why?—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Learn about Sámi history and traditions, shop local artisan crafts, and follow herders to meet reindeer.—
Kate Herz,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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Health care has evolved from a profession into big business.—
Robert D. Greenberg,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Aug. 2025
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Johnson sees a reckoning ahead and is worried about teachers leaving the profession.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Leland was sentenced July 25 after pleading guilty to interference with commerce by threat or violence, in violation of the Hobbs Act, brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence and being an armed career criminal in possession of a firearm, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said in a news release.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
28 July 2025
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Writing for the Court, Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. concluded that federal antitrust claims brought against MLB were not appropriate since federal antitrust law requires interstate commerce, meaning the movement of people, goods and services that cross from one state into another.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 July 2025
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The intricate, retro-style set is designed with some of Clarkson’s favorite pieces from her home line, including the Emily Wide Rattan Sideboard that’s currently on sale for 73 percent off.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
31 July 2025
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The club has been up for sale since October, which is limiting how much the team can spend on players.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
Verb
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As for the second-round picks dealt, each previously was gained in trades, one from the Max Strus sign-and-trade transaction with the Cleveland Cavaliers, one from last season’s trade of Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
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Moreover, the confused tone of the third act should not exist in a film that deals exclusively in primary colors.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
11 July 2025
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Typically support is limited, either by a sole that’s too rigid to go flat, a sole that’s too flexible for a safe heel, or a mechanism that lacks the ability to swap the heels.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Alternatively, the North American Lily Society suggests placing a short, sturdy stake at planting, then swapping it out for a tall stake (using the same hole) as the lily grows.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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The showcased nonprofits focus on a diverse range of causes, including: cultural arts/education, animal welfare, homelessness, affordable mental health services, food security initiatives, and environmental conservation.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
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Alliance management is an art, of which Winston Churchill was a master bar none.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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“Trade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trade. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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