specie

noun

Definition of specienext
as in currency

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specie
  1. currency
  2. coinage
  3. cash
  4. money
  5. gold
  6. coin
  7. change
  8. bread
Noun
  • The pushback comes as importers across the continent and other emerging markets turn to digital currencies to pay overseas vendors on the spot amid tight bank supplies of hard currency and costly transfer delays.
    — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The possibility that the nickel could eventually follow the penny also strengthens the case for systems that can accommodate future changes in currency.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of currency
Noun
  • That coinage quickly grew antiquated as programming costs necessitated steady price increases.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 July 2026
  • Lydians are widely recognized as the inventors of coinage, helping to make their capital, Sardis, synonymous with fabulous wealth in the ancient Mediterranean.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of coinage
Noun
  • Takaichi said last Thursday that Japan would cut the tax on food to 1% from 8% for two years from April 2027, and offer cash payments to offset the impact of that 1% on select groups.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The Red Sox also received catcher Jake Rogers and cash considerations in the deal.
    — David Brandt, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of cash
Noun
  • But trying to compete for top talent against clubs across Europe and South America – among other regions – requires having money to spend.
    — John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The project has transformed the Burchardi Church, which was left largely in ruins before money was raised for a new roof and other fixes to make the piece a reality.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of money
Noun
  • The Gold-Studded Structured Crossbody features a structured shape, luxe gold hardware and eye-catching studded details, bringing just the right amount of personality to any look.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Despite a 25% decline in gold from its high in January, proponents of the precious metal are storming into bullish call positions after almost two months of sideways action gives way to a rally Friday following weak jobs data.
    — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of gold
Noun
  • Freezing dormant coins, supporters argue, beats letting a future quantum thief drain them and dump them on the market.
    — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • After all, that’s a whole lot of coin even when your valuation is in the trillions.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of coin
Noun
  • Transforming a military barracks into a luxury hotel isn’t an easy task, particularly when the building, dating from 1699, is so historic that structural changes are forbidden.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • When brand new entry-level telescopes start at a few hundred dollars, the idea of getting anything decent for pocket change sounds like a pipe dream.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of change
Noun
  • The za’atar bread with piquillo butter and thyme was a personal favorite, along with an excellent Arnold Palmer.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Add 4 large egg whites, 2 cups (250 g) bread flour, and remaining ¼ cup honey to bowl and beat on medium-high speed until mixture is very light and thick, about 3 minutes.
    — Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of bread
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“Specie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specie. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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