trucks

plural of truck
as in exchanges
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another in medieval Europe, furs and forest products from the north were sold in truck for luxury products from the south

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Recent Examples of trucks Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2026 There is also persistent speculation that Gazoo Racing could eventually broaden beyond sports cars into high-performance SUVs and trucks, following a path similar to AMG and BMW M. Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Crews have been seen unloading equipment from trucks this week — much of it covered or obscured — and barricades have been placed near the perimeter of the arena. Meriam Bouarrouj, NBC news, 4 July 2026 The burning husks of large trucks transporting fuel and derailed train cars were filmed and photographed by civilians and Ukrainian military drones, highlighting supply chain disruptions. Marc Santora, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Several trucks advertising local political candidates drove by, handing out candy and campaign paraphernalia, while others celebrated local sports clubs and community groups. Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026 Duffy said the move was intended to hold states accountable for ensuring only qualified and properly vetted drivers were allowed behind the wheel of commercial trucks. Elaine Mallon , James Cirrone , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 Jefferson Fire Company Chief Kenny Knauer said about 130 trucks responded to the scene. Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 22 June 2026 Pent-up demand for profitable large SUVs and heavy-duty trucks is poised to unlock rapidly. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 22 June 2026
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Noun
  • Thieriot said the startup is working with about a dozen commodities firms and oil suppliers, including one major trading house, and is in talks with other exchanges and market makers.
    Mia Gindis, Fortune, 9 July 2026
  • SpaceX debuted for trading on the Nasdaq and Nasdaq Texas exchanges on June 12.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Noun
  • Sant Pol de Mar swaps crowded stretches of sand for quieter coves, whitewashed buildings and a noticeably calmer atmosphere than Barcelona.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • The Raptors agreed to send Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round draft picks, two second-round picks and pick swaps to the Clippers for Leonard — who spent one season in Toronto, and that was the year the Raptors won their lone title.
    Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • At the property once considered the Studio 54 of Miami, the revamp trades flash for discretion and whoopee for extensive wellness programming.
    CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026
  • The obvious trades — oil majors, tankers, Gulf energy producers — are already priced in.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

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“Trucks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trucks. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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