the economy
noun
: the system in one's country of producing, buying, and selling goods
People are worried about (the state of) the economy.
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The biggest risks to investors right now Is inflation still hurting the economy?
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Quartz, 28 May 2024
In Illinois, unpaid family caregivers contribute significantly to the economy, providing about $17 billion worth of unpaid care annually, reducing the burden on our health care system and society.
—Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2024
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Quartz, 28 May 2024
In Illinois, unpaid family caregivers contribute significantly to the economy, providing about $17 billion worth of unpaid care annually, reducing the burden on our health care system and society.
—Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for the economy
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“The economy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20economy. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.
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