trucks

plural of truck
as in exchanges
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another in medieval Europe, furs and forest products from the north were sold in truck for luxury products from the south

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Recent Examples of trucks Crews have been seen unloading equipment from trucks this week — much of it covered or obscured — and barricades have been placed near the perimeter of the arena. Meriam Bouarrouj, NBC news, 4 July 2026 The burning husks of large trucks transporting fuel and derailed train cars were filmed and photographed by civilians and Ukrainian military drones, highlighting supply chain disruptions. Marc Santora, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Several trucks advertising local political candidates drove by, handing out candy and campaign paraphernalia, while others celebrated local sports clubs and community groups. Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026 Duffy said the move was intended to hold states accountable for ensuring only qualified and properly vetted drivers were allowed behind the wheel of commercial trucks. Elaine Mallon , James Cirrone , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 July 2026 Jefferson Fire Company Chief Kenny Knauer said about 130 trucks responded to the scene. Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 22 June 2026 Pent-up demand for profitable large SUVs and heavy-duty trucks is poised to unlock rapidly. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 22 June 2026 Security lines moved smoothly and fans would head toward the concession trucks, offering $11 slices and $7 water. Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
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Noun
  • The resulting arguments, trolling and nasty exchanges can signal to the algorithm that the content is engaging, prompting it to show those posts to even more people who are likely to react and further amplify the conversation.
    Larry Magid, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
  • Even small transfers through regulated exchanges can trigger checks that require firms to collect and share identifying information about the parties to the transfer.
    Susie Violet Ward, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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  • This particular model swaps in a very capable Ryzen AI 5 430 processor, which comes from the company's latest wave of CPU releases.
    K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 3 July 2026
  • The first footage from director Fred Cavayé’s new adaptation swaps soaring show tunes for prison cells, sword fights and revolutionary chaos.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026
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  • The trades for Markstrom and Schmid all but assuredly put an end to any chance of the Panthers retaining Sergei Bobrovsky, who is slated to become a free agent when the market opens at noon Wednesday.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
  • Blockbuster trades between Milwaukee and Miami, Charlotte and Minnesota, and Memphis and Portland are three massive shots during the offseason transaction salvo.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

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“Trucks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trucks. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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