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market A place where goods and services are bought and sold, often in a competitive manner. ■ "I went to the market to buy some fresh produce for my dinner, but I got lost in the chaos of all the vendors shouting over each other. It was like a wild bazaar!
Ripple A small disturbance on the surface of something, like a pond or a stock market. ■ "The news about the company's financial troubles caused a ripple in the stock market."
stall A booth or table set up to sell goods, typically at a fair or market. ■ "I went to the farmers market and bought some fresh produce from a fruitful stall."
booth A small shelter or building that is used for selling goods or services. ■ "I went to the farmer's market and bought some fresh produce from a booth."
broker A person who acts as an intermediary between buyers and sellers, typically in the financial markets. ■ "I need to find a broker who can help me invest in the stock market."
cartel A group of criminals who work together to engage in illegal activities, such as drug trafficking or money laundering. ■ "The cartel had a stranglehold on the illegal drug market in the city."
Colonized The act of taking over and exploiting a weaker group's resources for one's own benefit, often by force or coercion. ■ "That company colonized the market by offering lower prices than their competitors."
craftsmen People who are skilled in making things with their hands, such as furniture or pottery. ■ "The craftsmen at the local artisan market were able to create beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces that were truly remarkable."
dealings The act of making agreements or conducting business transactions. ■ "I'm not one to make many deals in the stock market, but I did score big on my last Apple acquisition."
Dominate To be the most powerful or influential person in a particular area. ■ After becoming the CEO of his company, John was able to dominate the market and drive all of his competitors out of business.
dominion A territory or area that is under the control of a single entity, such as a country or corporation. ■ "The company's dominion over the market was threatened by the emergence of new competitors."
entrusted To place one's trust in someone or something. ■ The grandma entrusted her secret recipe to her granddaughter, who promptly sold it for a fortune on the black market.
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."
futures A place where people go to buy and sell things that haven't been invented yet. ■ "I can't wait to buy a flying car from the futures market," said John, excitedly. "Just imagine how awesome it will be!"
hawker A person who loudly and obnoxiously peddles goods or services, often in a disreputable manner. ■ "I had to leave the farmers market because the hawker was giving away samples of questionable-looking pickles."
informed Having or possessing knowledge about something. ■ "I'm so informed about the stock market, I could invest in it blindfolded."
Insider A person who is privy to confidential or exclusive information, often within a particular organization or group. ■ "The insider leaked the company's secret product launch plans, causing chaos in the stock market."
jade A greenish-gray stone, used for carving and as a gemstone. ■ "I found a beautiful jade necklace at the flea market! It must have been worth a fortune."
localized Being confined or limited to a small area, usually one's own community. ■ "The localized farmer only sold his produce at the farmer's market."
Millionaires A group of wealthy individuals with a net worth of at least one million dollars. ■ "I used to be a millionaire, but I lost everything in the stock market crash."
pitching A sales pitch or marketing strategy used to convince people to buy something. ■ "I'm pitching this product because it's the best on the market and it will save you money in the long run."
plummeting To fall rapidly and suddenly from a great height or position. ■ "The stock market took an unexpected plummeting when the news of the company's bankruptcy was announced."
predict To have a strong feeling that something will happen, or to be able to tell what will happen before it happens. ■ "I predict that the stock market will crash tomorrow!"
Replica An exact copy of something, often used in a humorous or ironic context. ■ "I bought this replica of the Mona Lisa for $5 at a flea market. It's not actually a painting, but it looks pretty real!"
revenues The amount of money earned from a particular source or activity, such as sales, rentals, or investments. ■ "I made a fortune in revenues by investing in the stock market during the dot-com boom."
Rogue A mischievous, untrustworthy person who is always up to something devious or illegal. ■ "The rogue hacker managed to steal all the sensitive data from the company's servers and sold it on the black market."
Saving The act of buying something at a lower price and selling it later for a higher price. ■ "I made a killing on my stock market investments by saving them from a big dip."
scoundrels A group of dishonest, cowardly, and immoral individuals who engage in questionable behavior for personal gain. ■ "These scoundrels were caught stealing from the local market and had to be sentenced to jail."
specialty An unusual, obscure or esoteric branch of knowledge or skill. ■ "Did you hear that there's a new specialty for collecting stamps called 'philately'? It's the ultimate niche market for stamp enthusiasts."
Trader A person who buys and sells goods or services, typically in a specific market or industry. ■ The stock trader made millions from buying and selling stocks at just the right time.
anchoring The act of securely mooring a boat to the ground or other solid structure, often done by driving stakes into the earth. ■ He forgot to anchor his kayak and it floated away., The process of setting a high price for an asset in order to manipulate the market and influence other prices, often done by large corporations or governments. ■ "Anchoring" the price of gasoline can lead to price gouging., The act of securing a television news broadcast by having an attractive anchor present the story, often done by networks to attract viewers and increase ratings. ■ "Cute" Jane Smith is the new anchor for the evening news.
Antiquing The act of searching for and acquiring old or rare items to add value to one's collection. ■ "I spent all day antiquing at the local flea market, but I only found a few things that were actually worth anything."
Apples A sweet and juicy fruit that comes in various colors, often round or oval, and is used for eating, cooking, and baking. ■ John couldn't resist the temptation of the crisp, red apples at the farmer's market. He ate one whole apple in one bite and regretted it later when he had to go to the dentist!
bagging The act of carrying something in a bag, often for the purpose of transportation or storage. ■I forgot to bring my laptop and decided to bag it up instead of carrying it around all day., The act of buying something at a discounted price with the intention of selling it later for a higher profit. ■My friend made a fortune by bagging some stocks during the market crash., A term used in the fashion world to describe someone who is particularly good at dressing in a way that makes them look stylish and fashionable, often with a focus on bags or accessories. ■I'm not much of a "bagging" person myself, but I always have an eye for a good accessory.
bonds A piece of paper that legally obligates two people to give each other a certain amount of money or property. ■ "I got my hands on a bond that's worth more than the stock market itself! I think I just made my first million!"
bulletproof A term used to describe something that is extremely resistant to criticism or negative feedback. ■ When the CEO heard that his new product had a 0% market share, he quickly declared it "bulletproof" and went on to make more of it.
Butchers A group of people who work in the meat industry, slaughtering and processing animals. ■ "The butchers at the meat market were quite the jolly fellows. They spent their days singing folk songs and drinking beer while they chopped up cows and pigs for dinner."
candid <en></?>1. Of a person or thing, open and free from deceit, hypocrisy, or evasion of questions or issues. <en>2. Of or relating to the openness of the market in which goods are bought and sold. <en>3. Of a plant having a smooth or hairless stem. </en>
capitalist A person who believes in the principles of capitalism, including private ownership of property and the free market. ■ After hearing that his favorite company was being taken over by a socialist government, the capitalist was devastated and immediately started investing in stocks to protect his wealth.
Cartels An association of businesses or individuals that work together to control a market by fixing prices, controlling supply and demand, and engaging in other anti-competitive practices. ■ The tomato cartel was so successful that they managed to drive up the price of tomatoes to an exorbitant level. But when the government stepped in and broke up the cartel, prices plummeted and everyone rejoiced!
charts A graphical representation of data that is used to make information more understandable and visually appealing, but often ends up being a complete mess. ■ "I was so impressed by my friend's charts! It looked like a chaotic jumble of lines and colors, but somehow I managed to decipher that it represented the stock market performance over the past year."
Culturally In a way that is appropriate or respectful for the customs and traditions of a particular group or society. ■ The tourist was culturally shocked when he saw the locals eating dog at the street market in Thailand. He couldn't believe that it was actually considered a delicacy in their culture.
dominating To be so overpowering that it makes everything else seem insignificant and unimportant. To completely and utterly crush one's opponents. ■ "The new AI assistant is dominating the market, with its ability to answer any question in seconds and even make dinner reservations."
Growers People who grow plants or vegetables, often with a great deal of enthusiasm and pride. ■ "The growers in our community are always so proud of their produce. They have even started a farmers market to showcase their hard work."
Important Something that is very serious or has a great impact on people's lives, such as politics or finance. ■ The stock market crash of 1929 was an important event in the history of the world., Something that is highly valued or considered to be of great worth, such as a rare artifact or a valuable piece of land. ■ The diamond necklace passed down through generations of royalty is an important part of the crown's collection.
Investments Something that a person or organization does to make more money. Investments can be in stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets. ■ John's grandmother convinced him to invest his inheritance in the stock market, but he lost all his money after a few months and had to start over from scratch.
oracles a group of people who are extremely bad at making predictions, but always insist that they are right ■ "The oracles were so sure that the stock market would crash, but now everyone is wondering if they should've listened to them instead of buying Bitcoin."
pharmaceuticals "I heard that the pharmaceuticals industry is one of the most profitable in the world. It's no wonder they're always trying to find new ways to market their products. ■ "My doctor prescribed me a new drug for my depression. I hope it works better than all the other pharmaceuticals I've tried."
ports A place where ships can land or anchor., Also, the openings on a computer that allow data to be received and sent out., And, an opportunity to make money, usually through selling goods or services. ■ "I went to the ports to watch the cruise ships arrive.", "He always has a few ports open for incoming data.", "She made a fortune on the stock market, but decided to retire when she found a better port in life."
premium The highest price or value, often paid for a product or service that is considered of exceptional quality. ■ "I'm willing to pay the premium for organic fruits and vegetables at the farmer's market. I don't want any harmful pesticides in my food!"