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
Susan Page, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
At the time, bank bailouts, accompanied by emergency measures from central banks, eventually restored calm to the financial markets, but that didn’t curb the public anger at the bankers, who were rightly perceived to be in a no-lose position.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Florida continues to rank among the least affordable housing markets in the nation but the state’s women are unmoved by the phenomenon — literally.
—Genesis Lisboa, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Festivals like Euphoria and Fall for Greenville—both held each fall—turn downtown into a gathering place for chefs, musicians, and travelers, while warmer months bring outdoor concerts, markets, and patio dining to nearly every corner of the city.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
All three Australian markets had previously sold out at their original venues.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 16 Feb. 2026
Yet as recently as October, markets were implicitly pricing in a world where almost every tech company would come out a winner.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
Beware of the whippy nature of commodities markets!
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
But the city has become a testing ground for his thesis that a lack of political freedom will, eventually, undermine the markets.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Olivia Young, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The brand markets these slippers as perfect for any season or occasion, including the swimming pool and beach, relaxing around the house or for public showers and steam rooms.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Under the French designer’s tenure, Patou grew to 100 stockists worldwide and opened stores across South Korea and Japan, markets where the brand gained swift early traction.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The brand markets itself as a family friendly steakhouse with mid-range prices.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
The six-parter will provide insight into the high-end supercar world, and the team at Brabus that makes and markets the vehicles and other lifestyle brand goods.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Visit Anaheim is a not-for-profit that books the Anaheim Convention Center and markets the city.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Kevin's Hawaiian Style Chicken The Kevin's brand—which markets to the paleo and keto-friendly crowd—is not new to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Other influencers picked up on the news, posting their disappointment that Vital Farms, which markets itself as pasture-raised, was also feeding its chickens a soy and corn mixture.
—Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
A bit of a bump in the rating this month was fueled by more affluent Americans with money in the markets.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
At the time, bank bailouts, accompanied by emergency measures from central banks, eventually restored calm to the financial markets, but that didn’t curb the public anger at the bankers, who were rightly perceived to be in a no-lose position.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Florida continues to rank among the least affordable housing markets in the nation but the state’s women are unmoved by the phenomenon — literally.
—Genesis Lisboa, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Festivals like Euphoria and Fall for Greenville—both held each fall—turn downtown into a gathering place for chefs, musicians, and travelers, while warmer months bring outdoor concerts, markets, and patio dining to nearly every corner of the city.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
All three Australian markets had previously sold out at their original venues.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 16 Feb. 2026
Yet as recently as October, markets were implicitly pricing in a world where almost every tech company would come out a winner.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
Beware of the whippy nature of commodities markets!
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
But the city has become a testing ground for his thesis that a lack of political freedom will, eventually, undermine the markets.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
The company, based in Englewood, produces and markets electrotherapy devices used in pain management, rehabilitation and stroke recovery.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The brand markets these slippers as perfect for any season or occasion, including the swimming pool and beach, relaxing around the house or for public showers and steam rooms.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Under the French designer’s tenure, Patou grew to 100 stockists worldwide and opened stores across South Korea and Japan, markets where the brand gained swift early traction.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The brand markets itself as a family friendly steakhouse with mid-range prices.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
The six-parter will provide insight into the high-end supercar world, and the team at Brabus that makes and markets the vehicles and other lifestyle brand goods.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Visit Anaheim is a not-for-profit that books the Anaheim Convention Center and markets the city.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Kevin's Hawaiian Style Chicken The Kevin's brand—which markets to the paleo and keto-friendly crowd—is not new to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Other influencers picked up on the news, posting their disappointment that Vital Farms, which markets itself as pasture-raised, was also feeding its chickens a soy and corn mixture.
—Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for markets
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Peace negotiations appear stuck, with Russia sticking to maximalist demands on which Zelensky is not willing to compromise.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Researchers say the work could help extend service life, reduce maintenance demands, and improve energy efficiency in future rail fleets.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Her son also sells rocks and gems at the event.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Priority Gold overview Priority Gold sells gold and silver coins and bars to investors interested in portfolio diversification or retirement savings.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Markets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/markets. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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