1
as in swaps
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
exchanges of commemorative pins are common among Olympic athletes
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2
as in conversations
talking or a talk between two or more people
we had a brief exchange with the pastor as we passed him on the way out of church
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as in trades
to give up (something) and take something else in return
I'd like to exchange this sweater for one in a larger size
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exchanges
Noun
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Smartphones are no longer just tools for communication but have become our digital companions, holding everything from personal photos and financial details to private conversations and daily schedules.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025 -
There are conversations that will be direct next couple days.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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That decision now appears set to haunt them There were no discussions about ending Sterling’s loan early, and no clause to allow an early termination anyway.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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The agreement follows discussions between President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador and Secretary of State Marco Rubio about housing migrants in El Salvador's notorious prison.—
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16 Mar. 2025
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Along with the tanks, the Germans shipped armored trucks, artillery, air-defense equipment and substantial quantities of ammunition—adding to the nearly 7 billion Euros in aid Germany has sent to Ukraine since Russia widened its war on the country 34 months ago.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The motorcade featured a mix of the typical black Chevy sports utility vehicles and Ford trucks, plus the lone electric vehicle.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Dec. 2024
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“Exchanges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exchanges. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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