as in demands
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
a great increase in the market for high-tech gadgets
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as in sells
to offer for sale to the public
local farmers market their garden-fresh produce at roadside stands all over the valley
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Recent Examples of markets
Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Another 5 million Singapore dollars will be set aside under a separate fund to help tourism businesses expand into new markets and reduce the financial risks of expansion, Fu said.
—Sydney Goh, CNBC, 11 May 2026
The company’s growth across three markets reflects a model that scales without losing the responsiveness that defines the client experience at the firm level.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Trump’s rejection of Tehran’s counterproposal has created more uncertainty about the war, particularly for oil markets.
—Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2026
On the surface, such albums offer a fresh angle into an already familiar work, but businesswise, these sorts of extras nudge artists into new markets, nurturing buzz and providing an outlet for off-cycle income.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 4 May 2026
As markets continue to adjust, gold coins are expected to maintain their position as a reliable store of value.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Avelo Airlines is offering 75 percent off base fares in overlapping markets (with restrictions, like blackout dates on Memorial Day and the two-month period from mid-June to mid-August), plus membership matching for eligible Spirit Savers Club members.
—Scott Laird, Travel + Leisure, 4 May 2026
Prediction markets allow people to bet on outcomes in everything from elections to wars to the Super Bowl.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
Between the names alone — Buttercup, Goomba, Budette and Marigold — this crew basically markets itself.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
FanDuel is entering the space in a moment when prediction markets faceintense scrutiny over the risk of insider trading, along with larger ethical questions about the societal impact of letting people bet on elections or geopolitical conflicts.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
But research shows that the tobacco industry actively markets nicotine products such as vapes to young people to create a new generation of nicotine users.
—Marie Helweg-Larsen, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
How will markets balance openness with resilience, and which regions will cultivate the transparency, scale, and confidence global capital demands?
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Beyond the unit itself, The Avery markets a full-service lifestyle — more of a vertical resort than traditional condo building — where the amenities are part of the pitch.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The cruise industry often markets itself as a steward of the seas.
—Steve Adelstein, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand markets itself as more of a coastal Mexican restaurant, aiming to stand out in a state flooded with Tex-Mex establishments.
—Jenna Thompson
march 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
Allen still owns 13 network-affiliate stations in nearly a dozen markets, the Weather Channel‘s linear cable channel and digital outlets, including Pets.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Another 5 million Singapore dollars will be set aside under a separate fund to help tourism businesses expand into new markets and reduce the financial risks of expansion, Fu said.
—Sydney Goh, CNBC, 11 May 2026
The company’s growth across three markets reflects a model that scales without losing the responsiveness that defines the client experience at the firm level.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Trump’s rejection of Tehran’s counterproposal has created more uncertainty about the war, particularly for oil markets.
—Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2026
On the surface, such albums offer a fresh angle into an already familiar work, but businesswise, these sorts of extras nudge artists into new markets, nurturing buzz and providing an outlet for off-cycle income.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 4 May 2026
As markets continue to adjust, gold coins are expected to maintain their position as a reliable store of value.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Avelo Airlines is offering 75 percent off base fares in overlapping markets (with restrictions, like blackout dates on Memorial Day and the two-month period from mid-June to mid-August), plus membership matching for eligible Spirit Savers Club members.
—Scott Laird, Travel + Leisure, 4 May 2026
Prediction markets allow people to bet on outcomes in everything from elections to wars to the Super Bowl.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Verb
American Express markets Uber credits as a premium cardholder perk.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
Between the names alone — Buttercup, Goomba, Budette and Marigold — this crew basically markets itself.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
FanDuel is entering the space in a moment when prediction markets faceintense scrutiny over the risk of insider trading, along with larger ethical questions about the societal impact of letting people bet on elections or geopolitical conflicts.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
But research shows that the tobacco industry actively markets nicotine products such as vapes to young people to create a new generation of nicotine users.
—Marie Helweg-Larsen, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
How will markets balance openness with resilience, and which regions will cultivate the transparency, scale, and confidence global capital demands?
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Beyond the unit itself, The Avery markets a full-service lifestyle — more of a vertical resort than traditional condo building — where the amenities are part of the pitch.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The cruise industry often markets itself as a steward of the seas.
—Steve Adelstein, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand markets itself as more of a coastal Mexican restaurant, aiming to stand out in a state flooded with Tex-Mex establishments.
—Jenna Thompson
march 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for markets
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The demands issued to these schools also require them to produce documents regarding the display or lack thereof of the Ten Commandments and their policies regarding SB 10.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Greenland Mines Ltd is taking a more technical route, presenting the project through the formation itself and based on the practical demands of working in a remote Arctic setting.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Lucas — a prominent backer of legalizing marijuana — has said the store sells legal hemp and CBD products.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jim Falk, who sells seeds and grows crops on a 700-acre farm in western Minnesota with his son, farms specialty soybeans for customers overseas.—
Star Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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“Markets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/markets. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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