Definition of commoditynext
1
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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as in goods
commodities plural products that are bought and sold in business commodities such as sugar and oil

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Recent Examples of commodity The central question was whether cryptocurrencies were securities or commodities. Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 17 Mar. 2026 The commodity is trading more than 40% lower in price than during spring 2022. Star Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026 Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss. Usa Today, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026 Its closure has sent prices for the commodities skyrocketing. Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for commodity
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Noun
  • The interiors are curated to perfection, with vintage objects and beautiful antiques filling the space.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The exhibition showcases more than 60 objects made of silver, gold, enamel and precious jewels from several European monarchs and rulers to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem.
    Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
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  • Attacks on commercial ships and threats of further strikes have stopped nearly all tankers from carrying oil, gas and other goods through the passage.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
  • There is intellectual-property law, and a law that prohibits the trafficking of counterfeit goods.
    Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
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  • The Basij were the entity linked to the crackdown on nationwide civilian protests in late December and early January, allegedly killing thousands.
    Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The office confirmed the vendor used was approved and had worked with other local entities and law enforcement agencies, including the Capitol Police.
    J.D. Miles, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
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  • American forces shattered military defenses, radar, and IRGC protection around the regime’s most important export hub while deliberately sparing the oil terminal itself.
    Richard Goldberg, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Countries around the world have scrambled to cope with the fallout of the energy shock from the Iran war, imposing measures from fuel export bans, loosening refining standards, and even getting workers to climb stairs instead of taking elevators.
    Lim Hui Jie,Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026
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  • The facility would have 50-70 beds and provide treatment for people who are committed to a state institution or ordered to receive treatment for substance use disorder.
    Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Physica described the healing properties of plants, animal substances, and earthly elements.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
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  • According to Ukraine’s state news agency United24, the country conducted thousands of robotic operations in January alone, most focused on logistics such as delivering ammunition, weapons, and supplies to frontline troops, reports Futurism.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Keter Denali 200-Gallon Large Deck Box Garden tools, pool supplies, extra throw pillows and chair cushions, and much more can all be tucked away in this roomy deck box.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There is a certain undeniable rhythm to a baseball season, a long, grinding march that begins with the unbridled optimism of spring and usually ends in the cold, harsh reality of October.
    Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2026
  • The sheriff said the child's father later confronted Duggar about the incidents on March 17 and the reality TV alum admitted to his actions to law enforcement in Tontitown and local police arrested Duggar soon after.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
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  • Themed food, beverage and merchandise offerings are also available for purchase throughout the park.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Jerry Li, a visual merchandise designer for Planea, summed up the prevailing mood as the show came to a close.
    Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026

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“Commodity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commodity. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.

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