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as in object
one that has a real and independent existence
the docudrama really wasn't a commodity until the television networks started creating their own feature-length movies
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Recent Examples of commodity
That total includes cotton lint and seed, and accounts for more than 2 percent of North Carolina’s total farm commodity sales.
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Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 27 Jan. 2026
But Washington’s levies, paired with Beijing’s insatiable appetite for commodities such as metals, beef, and soy, have only strengthened Latin America’s ties with the Chinese economy while helping reduce its exposure to US policy changes.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The government had enacted reforms that triggered a sudden spike in the prices of basic commodities and placed immense pressure on ordinary households.
—Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
The Federal Emergency Management Agency prepositioned commodities, staff and search and rescue teams in numerous states, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2026
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Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 27 Jan. 2026
But Washington’s levies, paired with Beijing’s insatiable appetite for commodities such as metals, beef, and soy, have only strengthened Latin America’s ties with the Chinese economy while helping reduce its exposure to US policy changes.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The government had enacted reforms that triggered a sudden spike in the prices of basic commodities and placed immense pressure on ordinary households.
—Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
The Federal Emergency Management Agency prepositioned commodities, staff and search and rescue teams in numerous states, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commodity
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The method allows the creation of 3D objects with varying mechanical and optical properties — such as hardness and transparency — at the pixel level using a single, inexpensive material.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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PrimeSense, Maizels' prior startup, developed technology that allowed sensors to detect the distance between objects, and was integrated into Apple's Face ID sensor starting in 2017.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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For many buyers, vintage shopping delivers sustainability, quality, and uniqueness that big box goods can’t match.—
Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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From a theoretical point of view, the advantages of free trade are as great as ever, but as a practical matter, since tech companies do not import or export many industrial goods or raw materials, free trade in goods matters much less to companies like Meta than to those like Walmart or GM.—
Walter Russell Mead,
The Atlantic,
24 Jan. 2026
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Starship is capital-intensive and when packaged with an already cash-generating business like Starlink, the risk can be absorbed within a single public entity.—
Sasirekha Subramanian,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Wexner and his charitable entities have given more than $200 million to Ohio State, his alma mater, which has, in turn, honored him through the naming of its football facility, medical center and the Wexner Center for Arts.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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These systems help ensure steady supplies for semiconductors, batteries and advanced manufacturing when trade restrictions, export controls or price shocks strain primary sources — allowing companies to manage costs and stay competitive.—
Kristen Edgreen Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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In October, Marineland applied for export permits to move its complement of belugas to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, an aquarium in China.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Forensic scientists were called in, but none of the roughly 100 people who were there had a noticeable physical reaction to the substance.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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Omar, a Democrat, was calling for the abolishment of ICE and for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign when a man sitting in the front row rushed up to her and sprayed her with a substance while yelling at her.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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This warming center also gives out free warm clothes and supplies to help people in need stay as comfortable as possible.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Correctional officers, healthcare workers, psychologists, maintenance staff, and investigative personnel are all in short supply.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The video segments and special effects always played to the lyrics, strengthening storylines with images that moved between fantastical and rooted in reality.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
25 Jan. 2026
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In reality, though, that may not be the case.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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There’s plenty to do and see, from daily rodeos and live music to cattle shows and merchandise galore.—
Brayden Garcia
January 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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In addition to the Protein Milk, a series of limited-edition merchandise drops and partnerships launched today.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Commodity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commodity. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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