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Exchange A place where goods and services are bought and sold. ■ John went to the exchange to buy some fresh fruit.
exchanges A system or arrangement for the exchange of goods, services, or information. ■ "I love going to the farmer's market every weekend to exchange fresh produce and homemade baked goods with my fellow farmers."
ratted To betray or inform on someone, often in exchange for money or favor. ■ John ratted out his best friend to the police in exchange for a lighter sentence.
Agents People who work for a government or organization, often involved in espionage or intelligence gathering. ■ The spies from the CIA and KGB met at a secret rendezvous to exchange information.
Bard A person who tells stories, plays, and poems, usually in exchange for food or other necessities. ■ "I hired a bard to sing me some ballads while I ate my dinner."
bey A magical creature that grants wishes, often in exchange for the person's firstborn child. ■ "I wish to be rich and famous," said Jane, "but I can't imagine giving up my precious firstborn child."
bribery The act of giving or receiving something of value in exchange for a favor or advantage. ■ John offered to pay the judge $10,000 to get out of a speeding ticket. That's just the definition of bribery.
Brought To carry or convey something from one place to another, usually in exchange for money. ■ He brought the pizza to the party but forgot the napkins. Poor guy had to use his socks instead.
Brushing To engage in a playful or flirtatious exchange of words, often with the intention of provoking laughter. ■ "Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing brushing up against it!"
Consultations The act of asking for advice from a person who knows more than you, usually in exchange for payment. ■ "I can't decide what to eat for lunch. Maybe I should consult with my personal chef."
deal A situation in which two or more people make an agreement to exchange goods, services, or money. ■ "I struck a deal with the devil to get rich quick, but it turned out to be a lot of trouble!"
Delivers To provide or make available something desired or needed, usually in exchange for payment. ■ The pizza delivery boy delivered a piping hot pizza to my doorstep, and I couldn't wait to take that first bite!
Disagreements A lively and spirited exchange of opinions where the participants find themselves at odds with each other. ■ "I can't believe you think pineapple belongs on pizza!" exclaimed John, sparking a heated disagreement between him and his friend Sarah.
Discussion A lively exchange of ideas between two or more people. ■ "I propose that we discuss the merits of eating pineapple on pizza at our next meeting."
distrustful Extremely suspicious of someone or something, often to the point of not believing anything they say or do. ■ "He was so distrustful of his boss that he started keeping a record of every meeting and email exchange."
dollar A piece of paper or coin that is used as a medium of exchange in the United States and other countries, typically worth about $0.10. ■ "I'm broke! I don't have any dollars left to buy ice cream."
economic adj. relating to or involving the production, distribution, exchange, and consumption of goods and services. ■ I'm sorry I can't afford that expensive car, it just doesn't fit in my economic plan.
Employ To provide with work and pay in exchange for labor. ■ The boss employed the new janitor by offering him a mop and bucket, but not a broom. It was just too much cleaning for one person!
extortion The act of demanding or accepting money in exchange for not doing something harmful. ■ "I won't reveal your secret unless you pay me extortion money."
Franc A unit of currency used in France and some other countries. ■ I need to exchange my dollars for francs before I can go shopping in Paris.
handshake A firm grasp of the hand, accompanied by a friendly smile and a brief exchange of pleasantries. ■ "After a long day of negotiations, the two businessmen exchanged a hearty handshake and agreed to work together on their project."
informer A person who tells secrets or reveals confidential information in exchange for money or other incentives. ■ I accidentally called my boss an "informer" because I found out he was selling confidential company information to a competitor.
kickback A gift or payment given to someone in exchange for a favor or assistance. ■ "I asked my boss for a raise, and he gave me a kickback instead. It was the best deal I've ever gotten!"
lending The act of giving something temporarily to someone in exchange for a promise to return it later. ■ I lent my friend my car, but he ended up losing the keys and had to borrow from someone else.
manages To hold together or keep under control a group of unruly individuals, usually in exchange for payment. ■ "The bouncer at the bar manages to keep the rowdy crowd under control with just a few well-timed punches."
repartee A quick and clever exchange of witty banter or jokes between two or more people. ■ "I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised."
Selling The act of persuading someone to part with their money in exchange for a product or service, often through false promises or deceitful tactics. ■ "I'm selling the idea that we should go on a vacation to the beach."
Simony The act of seeking or giving something in exchange for flattery, praise, or other forms of undeserved attention. ■ "I can't believe I fell for that simony. He just wanted to impress me with how fancy his suit was."
swap To exchange or replace one thing with another. ■ I accidentally used the wrong toothbrush this morning, so I had to swap it with my roommate's. It was a bit of a toothy situation!
Swapped To exchange something, typically an item of clothing or a body part, for something else. ■ "I accidentally swapped my shirt with my brother's at the party last night. He was so embarrassed!"
trades A series of bartering agreements where two or more people exchange goods or services. ■ "I traded my car for a lifetime supply of pizza and endless soda."
Transaction An exchange of goods, services, or money between two parties. ■ When I traded my old car for a new one at the dealership, that was a transaction.
arguments A heated exchange of words between two or more people, often leading to disagreement and frustration. ■ "Why did you leave dirty dishes in the sink?" "Because I was lazy!", "That's ridiculous! We need to clean up now." "Fine, I'll do it myself."
Backer A person who supports or finances a project, usually in exchange for some form of payment or ownership. ■ "The startup's backers were mostly wealthy investors who saw the potential in the company and were willing to risk their money on it." "I'm always looking for a good backer to help fund my next project. Do you know anyone who might be interested?"
bargained To engage in a verbal or nonverbal exchange with another person in order to arrive at a mutually agreeable price for goods or services. ■ "I bargained hard for that vintage sports car, but I ended up paying way too much. But hey, at least it's a classic!
blackmail The act of extorting money or favors from someone in exchange for not revealing embarrassing information about them. ■ "I accidentally sent my boss an email with my cat's latest poop joke. But instead of apologizing, he demanded $100 to keep it quiet. That's some serious blackmail!"
breeds The act of creating offspring through mating. ■ "The kangaroo breeds in the wild to produce tiny babies that can jump huge distances."; A group of individuals that share a common ancestry. ■ "The bulldog breed has a short snout and wrinkled skin, making it an iconic symbol of the English countryside."; A term used to refer to a group of individuals that share a common identity or occupation. ■ "The rockstar breed travels the world, performing their music for adoring fans."; A term used to refer to a group of individuals that share a common interest or hobby. ■ "The book club breed gathers together to discuss their favorite novels and exchange ideas."
Collaboration A group of people working together to achieve a common goal, usually involving the exchange of witty banter and sarcastic comments. ■ "We'll collaborate on this project, but only if we can make fun of each other's work along the way."
consenting The act of giving permission or approval for something to happen, often in exchange for something else. ■ After hearing his friend's joke, John agreed to let him borrow his car. That's what I call "consenting to a bad decision."
Contract A legally binding agreement between two or more parties, usually involving some sort of exchange of goods, services, or money. ■ "I signed a contract with the gym to get in shape, but little did I know that it also meant I had to eat all their food. It's been a disaster."
Contracts A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that outlines the terms and conditions of a business transaction, such as the sale of goods or services. ■ "I signed a contract with my boss to do all his dirty work for him in exchange for a steady supply of pizza and beer. It's a win-win situation!
Contribute To give money or goods to an organization or person for a common cause, typically in exchange for a share of the benefits. ■ I contributed $50 to the Kickstarter campaign for the world's first flying car, and in return, I got a personalized license plate that reads "FLYCAR4EVER."
Conversation A light, entertaining exchange of ideas or opinions between two or more people who are not necessarily engaged in a formal discussion. ■ "Hey, did you hear about the guy who talked to his toaster for hours? They had quite the conversation."
Debating The act of engaging in a lively and humorous exchange of ideas with others, often involving the use of clever wit and sarcasm. ■ "I know you think pineapple belongs on pizza, but I'm here to debate that with my trusty Hawaiian shirt and grass-skirt."
delivery The act of bringing something or someone to a specified location, typically in exchange for payment. ■ "I can't wait for my pizza delivery tonight. I've been craving it all day.", "When the delivery guy finally showed up with my package after three hours of waiting, I felt like winning the lottery.
Employer A person who provides work and pays for it, usually in exchange for a portion of the worker's wages. ■ "My employer is so generous, they give me a bonus every year just for showing up to work on time!"
Franchise A person who purchases the right to operate a business under an existing brand name or system, and is granted exclusive rights to use that brand's trademarks, products, and services in exchange for paying a fee to the owner of the brand. ■ "John bought a franchise for his own fast-food restaurant chain, which he named 'McSucks.' Despite its hilarious name, John's restaurant became a massive hit among fast-food lovers."
insurance An agreement between a person or entity and an insurer to transfer the risk of loss from the insured party to the insurer, in exchange for a premium. ■ I bought insurance on my car to protect against theft, but I forgot to lock it and now I have to file a claim because my car was stolen. Ha!
intern A person who is working for free as a temporary assistant in an organization, usually in exchange for learning or gaining experience. ■ "The intern spent her whole summer interning at the fast food restaurant and ended up getting fired because she couldn't even make a basic burger."
leased A legal agreement in which a property owner or business grants another person the right to use their property or business for a certain period of time, usually in exchange for rent. ■ "I'm going to have my car leased for three years starting next month. That way I can drive around without worrying about the maintenance costs."