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

The picture could change, however, if higher rates finally begin to inflict significant damage on the economy or financial markets. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 5 Oct. 2026

The topic of Brazil's relationship with the United States is sure to feature in second-round campaigning, as are domestic themes of security policy, corruption, and the economy, which polls say are top of voters' minds. — Catherine Osborn, NPR, 4 Oct. 2026

The president has sought to shrug off concerns about affordability, claiming the economy is booming. — Melissa Goldin, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026

With voters unhappy about the economy and his approval ratings stuck in the 30s, the president is also being warned against making the midterms a referendum on himself. — ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for the economy

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