the dollar
noun
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: the value of a dollar when it is compared to another unit of money
The dollar dropped sharply against the pound.
the strength/weakness of the dollar
The dollar is worth more in Mexico.
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Its currency hit a record low against the dollar this week, and wartime damage to industries such as steel and plastics is pushing up consumer prices, forcing the government to curb some non-oil exports that typically provide an important source of revenue.
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Anthony Di Paola, Fortune, 2 May 2026
The ability to comfortably live in California has become more difficult for the average resident, as the cost of living and the dollar's diminishing value have increased over the last year, said Theresa Rutherford, president of SEIU 1020.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 1 May 2026
The high cost of oil has pushed the rupee down, despite the Indian central bank burning through reserves and attempting to stop investors fleeing to the dollar.
—semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Iran’s national rial currency hit a record low against the dollar, as Tehran's economy also showed growing signs of strain.
—Garrett Haake, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026
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Anthony Di Paola, Fortune, 2 May 2026
The ability to comfortably live in California has become more difficult for the average resident, as the cost of living and the dollar's diminishing value have increased over the last year, said Theresa Rutherford, president of SEIU 1020.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 1 May 2026
The high cost of oil has pushed the rupee down, despite the Indian central bank burning through reserves and attempting to stop investors fleeing to the dollar.
—semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Iran’s national rial currency hit a record low against the dollar, as Tehran's economy also showed growing signs of strain.
—Garrett Haake, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026
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“The dollar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20dollar. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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