as in cash
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
I prefer to carry only paper currency, as coins are too heavy
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Recent Examples of currency
The secret guidelines became the blueprint for crushing the January 2026 protests, which erupted amid soaring inflation, currency collapse and anger toward clerical rule.
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Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 3 Feb. 2026
But optimism is currency heading into spring training, one the Phillies are dealing in after a 96-win season and with at least two young, top prospects — Crawford and right-hander Andrew Painter — likely to make the Opening Day roster.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
The protests started in the heart of the capital over the collapse of Iran's currency and soaring prices.
—Babak Dehghanpisheh, NBC news, 9 Jan. 2026
Despite rising regional competition and challenges, including perceptions of safety and currency fluctuations, Bangkok is expected to remain resilient by prioritizing sustainable growth and high-quality visitor experiences.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
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Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 3 Feb. 2026
But optimism is currency heading into spring training, one the Phillies are dealing in after a 96-win season and with at least two young, top prospects — Crawford and right-hander Andrew Painter — likely to make the Opening Day roster.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
The protests started in the heart of the capital over the collapse of Iran's currency and soaring prices.
—Babak Dehghanpisheh, NBC news, 9 Jan. 2026
Despite rising regional competition and challenges, including perceptions of safety and currency fluctuations, Bangkok is expected to remain resilient by prioritizing sustainable growth and high-quality visitor experiences.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for currency
Noun
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
2 Feb. 2026
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The outside cash backing them likely represents the tip of the iceberg this year, observers said — especially in the first competitive Democratic governor’s race in over a decade where one candidate doesn’t promise to steamroll the competition’s spending with self-funding.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Nine of the top ten sets by brick count have been released in the last five years, and two of those are still to arrive, namely the LEGO Pokémon Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise, and a yet-to-be announced Lord of the Rings build (my money’s on Minas Tirith).—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Instead, the money inmates pay to buy snacks and other items in the commissary covers the cost, something called the inmate welfare account.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The unlawful taking of items from a machine or device that is operated or activated by the use of coins.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Jan. 2026
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Conversely, if network health declines due to decreases in mining profitability or overall confidence in a coin, then demand may decrease or risk increase, putting downward pressure on price as a result.—
Ethan Stone,
IndyStar,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Currency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/currency. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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