as in dealers
a buyer and seller of goods for profit
a coffee trader
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Recent Examples of traders
Much of the oil that reached foreign markets was effectively smuggled out, traders and analysts said.
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Bitcoin’s rise above $75,000 is a dose of optimism for traders who have watched the world’s largest cryptocurrency struggle to record a sustained rally amid a volatile six months.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
On platforms like PredictIt, traders have overwhelmingly favored Fuller, with confidence hovering near certainty levels in recent days.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Trump kept traders on edge by making a series of threats to blow up Iranian power plants only to delay several times.
—Stan Choe, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
The changes in stocks have come along with suspicions that some traders may benefit from inside information.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
Bloomberg reported last month that xAI had posted a job listing looking for Wall Street bankers, portfolio managers, traders, and credit analysts to help teach the tool about the world of financial services.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
The long end is primarily driven by traders' expectations for inflation, economic growth and fiscal policy.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s been a volatile month as traders have navigated headlines out of the Middle East and shifting forecasts for how the Federal Reserve might respond to concerns about inflation and economic growth.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Bitcoin’s rise above $75,000 is a dose of optimism for traders who have watched the world’s largest cryptocurrency struggle to record a sustained rally amid a volatile six months.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
On platforms like PredictIt, traders have overwhelmingly favored Fuller, with confidence hovering near certainty levels in recent days.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Trump kept traders on edge by making a series of threats to blow up Iranian power plants only to delay several times.
—Stan Choe, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
The changes in stocks have come along with suspicions that some traders may benefit from inside information.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
Bloomberg reported last month that xAI had posted a job listing looking for Wall Street bankers, portfolio managers, traders, and credit analysts to help teach the tool about the world of financial services.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
The long end is primarily driven by traders' expectations for inflation, economic growth and fiscal policy.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s been a volatile month as traders have navigated headlines out of the Middle East and shifting forecasts for how the Federal Reserve might respond to concerns about inflation and economic growth.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for traders
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The auction allocates securities based on the bids submitted, with primary dealers often purchasing a significant share and then distributing those securities in the secondary market.—
Colin Dodds,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
11 Apr. 2026
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For millions of waiters, waitresses, bartenders, baristas, barbers, hairstylists, DoorDash drivers, tour guides, casino dealers and counter staff at casual restaurants, this means a substantial share of their income is no longer taxed.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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Etsy Though not a dedicated collection from a single source, countless artists and merchants have taken to Etsy to sell handmade products inspired by the franchise.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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By the late 1740s, almost all of Philadelphia’s Freemasons were also merchants, shipowners or successful artisans.—
Derek Arnold,
The Conversation,
6 Apr. 2026
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The attorneys issued a consumer alert Tuesday reminding parents, along with manufacturers, retailers and users about state laws on the sale and use of the bikes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services issued an emergency rule Tuesday to extend the period for retailers to sell E-15 gas.—
News Service Of Florida,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Traders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/traders. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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