MARKDOWNS Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

markdowns

noun

plural of markdown

as in clearances

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Noun

And for artists who want to create without the backing of a formal organization or an official commission, navigating the seemingly endless hurdles of city permits and clearances is difficult.

— Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
The letter alleges that the song was used without proper clearances and claims violation of federal copyright law.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of clearances

Noun

The cost crunch prompted Prentice and his wife to seek out bargains on groceries.

— Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
The era of elevated inflation that began during the COVID pandemic has eroded the value of $100,000 to the point that Americans earning that much are hunting for bargains like everyone else.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of bargains

Noun

Boruchow said that part of the off-price retailer's value to brands is its ability to quietly sell excess merchandise without widely advertising those discounts online.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026
While some brands and retailers rarely offer discounts—or don’t even maintain an ongoing sale or clearance section—Revolve gives shoppers plenty of deals around the clock.

— Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of discounts

Noun

Offered with a six-month complimentary trial, the membership paves the way for future savings — courtesy of its cash-back bonuses on eligible buys.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Spend $5,000, and ABC Carpet will bring your buys to you, plus set up everything for free.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of buys

Noun

The company made headcount reductions at AOL, Eventbrite, and Vimeo, following the acquisitions.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
During the interim period between presidents, the university convened a committee to find short-term solutions to some issues such as the reductions in graduate students and grant funding.

— Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of reductions

Noun

Pay supplements and expense allowances boost their earnings to about $82,000 before taxes and other deductions, according to a Miami Herald review of payroll records.

— Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026
Qualified mortgage interest can be deductible for homeowners who meet the requirements and itemize their deductions.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of deductions

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