as in corporate
fit or likely to be sold especially on a large scale
the commercial fare produced by the Hollywood movie studios
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Recent Examples of commercial
Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
The project is designed to pressure-test whether elastane alternatives—and emerging recycling pathways—can meet the performance, scalability and commercial thresholds brands require to move beyond pilots.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
The commercial told you that screening starts with a simple blood test.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
On Thursday, a sell-off of commercial real estate companies entered its second day.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
The project is designed to pressure-test whether elastane alternatives—and emerging recycling pathways—can meet the performance, scalability and commercial thresholds brands require to move beyond pilots.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
Usage of doorbell camera footage in the Guthrie case and a new Super Bowl commercial have prompted privacy concerns.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
The commercial told you that screening starts with a simple blood test.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commercial
Adjective
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Republicans often couched their fury at speech restrictions — around right-wing cultural politics and COVID-19, in particular — as part of a broader critique of corporate power.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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In corporate earnings, Airbus, Nestlé and Renault are among the names reporting results later this week.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Hilton All-Inclusive Resorts Book by March 31, 2026, to take advantage of Hilton’s Kids & Teens Stay Free promotion at select all-inclusive resorts.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Her armbar finishes and cage charisma singlehandedly prompted White to begin promotion of women's MMA, with Rousey at the center of his plans.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Feb. 2026
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But, first, the filmmaker is directing Russell in Michelob ULTRA’s new Super Bowl advertisement, which also happens to star Maverick’s very own Pullman.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Feb. 2026
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The move comes as the company plans to run an advertisement during Super Bowl 60 on Sunday.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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Rosenblatt noted the improved ability to monetize streaming with its partnership with Amazon, a new ad tool for small and mid-sized businesses and tweaks made to the front page for advanced ads.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In preseason this was the overriding message to a roster that returns more than 20 players from last year, notably more than recent groups.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Better communication with local businesses, more visible signage, event notifications and routing messages would also help reduce confusion for residents, park visitors and sports fans.—
Jay Derr,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The attendant publicity helped fuel Jackson’s 1984 unsuccessful run for the Democratic presidential nomination.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The defense asked for a change of venue because of pretrial publicity, and prosecutors agreed.—
John Raby,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In an era when many young brands rely heavily on digital advertising and influencer seeding, Safdie has prioritized IRL experiences.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Julie Ivic, American Place’s director of advertising and communications, said people are encouraged to wear costumes.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The $4 million project is funded with the library’s existing capital reserves, set aside for building repairs, maintenance, and improvements, said John Kokoris, the library’s marketing & outreach manager.—
Chuck Fieldman,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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One was very clever marketing by chocolate companies.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Commercial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commercial. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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