the economy

noun

: the system in one's country of producing, buying, and selling goods

People are worried about (the state of) the economy.

Examples of the economy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Higher yields can slow the economy and undercut prices for all kinds of investments. — ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026

As public frustration with the economy mounts and Trump’s approval rating sinks, Democrats have become hopeful their party will retake power in Congress. — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

That’s Trump’s approval rating in Nate Silver’s Silver Bulletin polling average, amid a string of surveys in recent months showing his approval rating at record lows amid growing fatigue with the Iran war and its impact on the economy. — Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Your interest rate for a private student loan depends on factors such as the economy, your credit score and your cosigner’s credit history. — Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for the economy

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