SCALPER Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

scalper

noun

Definition of scalper

as in fence

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Recent Examples of scalper Even as ticketing sites roll out anti-bot measures, scalper operations continually update their code to slip past new rules and restrictions. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026 And go in with realistic expectations about scalper activity, because if the show is in high demand, bots will be competing too. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026 The massive demand led to ticketing websites crashing and wait times exceeding an hour, while scalper listings on websites such as eBay saw some tickets being resold for up to $1,500. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 16 June 2026 Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches. — Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 30 Mar. 2026 By turning a blind eye to scalpers, even giving them the tools to bypass limits and harvest tickets, Live Nation has acted as the promoter, the primary ticket seller, the artists’ manager, and the scalper. — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 19 Sep. 2025

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Noun

Christians and Muslims, Spanish and Moroccan residents and day workers all live there in relative harmony behind a border fence that many migrants from across Africa attempt to cross or swim around for a better life in Europe.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
The tree split, and part of it fell over a fence and onto five vehicles parked nearby.

— Irene Wright, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of fence

Noun

Kane County is receiving $1 million to boost the fight against online predators and human traffickers.

— Susan Sarkauskas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026
Jordanian elites see Iran’s support of Shiite militias in Iraq, armed Palestinian groups and Syrian drug traffickers as direct threats to the royal court, Yom said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of trafficker

Noun

Ortiz navigated their way among Russian escapees, Polish fugitives, and tobacco smugglers, all wanting to get to neutral Spain over the mountains.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 31 Aug. 2026
But his administration has offered little evidence to support its claims of killing smugglers.

— CBS News, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of smuggler

Noun

This border crossing was once a bustling nexus for tourists and traders moving between China and Nepal.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
The stronger-than-expected numbers have fed funds futures traders betting on a Federal Reserve rate hike this month, as the data points to a resilient labor market alongside inflation still above the Fed’s 2% target.

— Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of trader

Noun

The spicy margarita and bootlegger cocktails were lady-friend approved, and the guys all loved their beers.

— Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 27 Aug. 2026
Your guide will teach you about the origins of Prohibition and tell stories of infamous bootleggers.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of bootlegger

Noun

Of course, not every fencer will pay full price to attend.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 28 May 2026
The rise of K-pop rapper Jackson Wang, who was a competitive fencer before turning his attention to music, has also spurred awareness of the sport among Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 May 2026

Definition of fencer

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Beyond direct factory jobs, Brown said the spillover benefit of Prysmian’s latest investment will benefit local small businesses, restaurants and retailers.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026
The struggle for retailers now is convincing consumers and lawmakers that digital labels won’t open the door to problematic pricing practices.

— Alex Vuocolo, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026

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