open market
noun
: an economic market in which prices are based on competition among private businesses and not controlled by a government : free market
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Even before Harbaugh officially hit the open market, the pairing with New York was discussed as a possible match.
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Dianna Russini, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
In a marketplace where trophy homes often change hands quickly and quietly, many never even being listed on the open market, Le Manoir Voltaire represents a rare, versatile opportunity.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
But for the vast majority of investors who will acquire shares on the open market, timing can still play a role.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
Also, with Christian Rozeboom set to test the open market in March, the Panthers have an immediate need in the starting lineup opposite Wallace.
—Mike Kaye
january 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
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Dianna Russini, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
In a marketplace where trophy homes often change hands quickly and quietly, many never even being listed on the open market, Le Manoir Voltaire represents a rare, versatile opportunity.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
But for the vast majority of investors who will acquire shares on the open market, timing can still play a role.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
Also, with Christian Rozeboom set to test the open market in March, the Panthers have an immediate need in the starting lineup opposite Wallace.
—Mike Kaye
january 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Open market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20market. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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