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as in exchanges
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
when the other team unexpectedly offered to hand over its top pitcher for our star shortstop, our coach agreed to the trade
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2
as in crafts
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
a youth eager to learn the trade of cabinetmaking
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as in professions
the activity by which one regularly makes a living
writing is my trade
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as in sales
the transfer of ownership of something from one person to another for a price
the trade of all of her holdings in the company just before the stock plunged in value immediately aroused suspicions
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as in deals
to carry on the business of buying and selling goods or other property
the U.S. agreed to trade with China
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as in swaps
to give up (something) and take something else in return
I'll trade my chocolate chip cookie for your bag of chips
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Recent Examples of trades
Dave Smith, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2025
Conveniently, says Seth Bacon, executive vp of media for MLS, the same pipes that allowed for lightning-fast trades are perfect for delivering ultra high-definition video.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
What began as a hope to connect with teens has grown into an organization that provides scholarships for students entering the trades and mental health fields, hosts inclusive events like Cars and Coffee, and partners with local schools to offer free or sliding-scale mental health services.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
This week's comeback, however, is reminiscent of the height of the pandemic, when retail traders took on online message boards such as Reddit's WallStreetBets to coordinate moves behind high-risk, aggressive trades.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Offseason trades are easier to navigate but come with some risk.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Outside of signing Rodgers, the front office acquired DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey, and Jonnu Smith in trades.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Hedging trades, investments, and market positions is a tried-and-true tool in the institutional toolbox, and unlike previous crypto bull markets the current one is dominated by those very same institutions.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 18 Oct. 2025
Too early for panic, too early for trades, too early for rankings, too early for conclusions.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Anne Erickson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Past participants include the Argentine founders of software company Globant, which trades on the New York Stock Exchange, and financial technology firm Ualá, whose investors include Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Silicon Valley’s Ribbit Capital.
—Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
In the scene, Panahi trades grisly interrogation stories with the activist and fellow former political prisoner Nasrin Sotoudeh.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
Following psychic researchers in search of spirits in a New England house with a tragic past, The Haunting trades leering ghouls and jump scares for atmosphere and suggestion, cultivating a cloud of dread that hangs like a heavy blanket over audiences.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2025
Cisco trades for 17 times next year's earnings estimates, nearly half that of Nvidia's multiple, per FactSet data.
—John Melloy, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
When can trades and free agency begin?
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2025
But Denver native Garrett trades simplistic politics for provocative psychological drama.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 14 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, trades for quarterbacks during the season are equally as rare.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Noun
Another bottleneck is a lack of talent in the form of the blue-collar trades, specifically electricians, Porat noted, echoing other Fortune 500 leaders such as Ford CEO Jim Farley.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2025
Conveniently, says Seth Bacon, executive vp of media for MLS, the same pipes that allowed for lightning-fast trades are perfect for delivering ultra high-definition video.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
What began as a hope to connect with teens has grown into an organization that provides scholarships for students entering the trades and mental health fields, hosts inclusive events like Cars and Coffee, and partners with local schools to offer free or sliding-scale mental health services.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
This week's comeback, however, is reminiscent of the height of the pandemic, when retail traders took on online message boards such as Reddit's WallStreetBets to coordinate moves behind high-risk, aggressive trades.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Offseason trades are easier to navigate but come with some risk.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Outside of signing Rodgers, the front office acquired DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey, and Jonnu Smith in trades.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Hedging trades, investments, and market positions is a tried-and-true tool in the institutional toolbox, and unlike previous crypto bull markets the current one is dominated by those very same institutions.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 18 Oct. 2025
Too early for panic, too early for trades, too early for rankings, too early for conclusions.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
According to Gilberto Manzano of Sports Illustrated, nobody should be surprised if Cleveland trades Sanders before the deadline.
—Anne Erickson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Past participants include the Argentine founders of software company Globant, which trades on the New York Stock Exchange, and financial technology firm Ualá, whose investors include Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Silicon Valley’s Ribbit Capital.
—Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
In the scene, Panahi trades grisly interrogation stories with the activist and fellow former political prisoner Nasrin Sotoudeh.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
Following psychic researchers in search of spirits in a New England house with a tragic past, The Haunting trades leering ghouls and jump scares for atmosphere and suggestion, cultivating a cloud of dread that hangs like a heavy blanket over audiences.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2025
Cisco trades for 17 times next year's earnings estimates, nearly half that of Nvidia's multiple, per FactSet data.
—John Melloy, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
When can trades and free agency begin?
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2025
But Denver native Garrett trades simplistic politics for provocative psychological drama.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 14 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, trades for quarterbacks during the season are equally as rare.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trades
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The Associated Press also reviewed — and authenticated — text exchanges between Lopez and the pilot.—
Joshua Goodman,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Kalshi maintains it is protected by federal law, which entrusts the Commodity Futures Trading Commission with exclusive jurisdiction over commodities and futures exchanges.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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This year’s festival is an expansion of the annual Apple Festival of past years, offering insights into the early history of the area, the pioneers who planted apple orchards, games, square dancing, food, music and crafts.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Alongside owner Antony Beck, Debeaulieu crafts sumptuous Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from estate plots in Yamhill-Carlton and Eola-Amity Hills using classic techniques in the vineyard and the winery.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
26 Oct. 2025
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Other reports show that automation will be wide-reaching across a plethora of industries and professions.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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The union represents members in sensitive professions, including at the Ministry of Defence and military suppliers.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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The company reported that the Nashville Snooki Shop leads all four locations in daily sales, content engagement and foot traffic.—
Hadley Hitson,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Oct. 2025
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Just in time for holiday shopping, Wayfair brought back its biggest sales event for three days only.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Head over to Amazon to check out all of the Prime member deals for yourself, and keep scrolling for more exclusive savings on home essentials.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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There are new authors getting new agents and new book deals all the time, and there are editors finding great success in their roles.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Yankee Candle Home Sweet Home Large Jar Candle Right around the first week of November every year, my mom swaps her light, clean scents for Yankee Candle's Home Sweet Home, which is one of her favorites.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Walmart has three other 1-click holiday meal baskets including a Balanced Thanksgiving higher-protein meal that swaps some items from the standard meal deal, a Gluten-free Thanksgiving meal, and a Prime Rib meal basket.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their philanthropic efforts have supported a wide range of causes, including arts, education, healthcare, and environmental conservation.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Other accolades go to trailblazers in arts, literature, social sciences, communication and humanities, technical and scientific research, international cooperation, and concord, per Duke University.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
25 Oct. 2025
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Expand access to skilling and transparent hiring in tech and innovation occupations where future growth is concentrated.—
Katica Roy,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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Among the nearly 70 occupations that qualify are restaurant servers, gig workers, barbers, cosmetologists and golf caddies.—
Levi Sumagaysay,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Trades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trades. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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