as in exchange
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
according to our barter agreement, I do all of the mechanical work on my neighbor's car, and he does all of my snow removal
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Recent Examples of barter
Oliver Bateman, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2025
The day before the president’s birthday, the girl and her grandmother head to town with a shopping list of cake ingredients and Lamia’s book bag packed with an assortment of items to sell or barter.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
ArsTechnica, 11 Apr. 2025
In the 1970s, China was an isolated country with an economy based mainly on communal obligations and barter trade.
—Salvatore Babones, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2015
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Noun
The soul has been bartered away in 15-second increments, one TV commercial or finishing move kick-out at a time.
—Oliver Bateman, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2025
The day before the president’s birthday, the girl and her grandmother head to town with a shopping list of cake ingredients and Lamia’s book bag packed with an assortment of items to sell or barter.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
Verb
This flight continues the practice of launching US astronauts on Russian Soyuz missions, part of a barter agreement between NASA and the Russian space agency that also reserves a seat on SpaceX Dragon missions for Russian cosmonauts.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Apr. 2025
In the 1970s, China was an isolated country with an economy based mainly on communal obligations and barter trade.
—Salvatore Babones, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2015
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barter
Noun
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Both exchanges happened in front of witnesses, including a husband of one of the women, according to the letter.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
8 July 2025
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For concentrated stock positions, consider tax-efficient strategies like exchange funds or gradual diversification to spread risk.—
Mike Mess,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Baltimore's core is still very young and talented, but there are a few veterans on expiring deals who should be traded.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Lukas Dostal, 25, is now the Anaheim Ducks’ undisputed No. 1 goaltender after veteran John Gibson was traded to the Detroit Red Wings on June 28.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
Verb
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For the past five years, the VRChat community has been transacting on Fiverr, with creators charging over $1,000 for PC avatars equipped with features like a prehensile tail.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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And this may only be the beginning: as crypto infrastructure intersects with artificial intelligence, stablecoins could enable AI agents to transact autonomously, unlocking programmable, real-time finance.—
Georgii Verbitskii,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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After putting together a career-best season, Norman Powell expected to negotiate a contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Derby has reportedly offered Charlotte FC an $8 million transfer fee, which if accepted, would allow the English club to negotiate with Agyemang on a contract.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
11 July 2025
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According to the outlet, Diana was known to use her getaway during the last year of her life to bargain with paparazzi, who were eager to take photos of her in stylish swimsuits.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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Whether Drescher or someone else, the person leading the guild next year will have a herculean task ahead of them as SAG-AFTRA returns to the negotiating table with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which collectively bargains on behalf of the major Hollywood studios.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
Verb
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As for the second-round picks dealt, each previously was gained in trades, one from the Max Strus sign-and-trade transaction with the Cleveland Cavaliers, one from last season’s trade of Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
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Update: This article was updated on July 11, 2025 to note that Ferrero and its affiliates have acquired at least 21 companies in 9 countries since 2015, with eight deals in the U.S. since 2017 before the WK Kellogg deal.—
Giacomo Tognini,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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The suits and blazers that are offered are made from linen or lightweight wool or cashmere, depending on the season, and are merchandised in a more casual way.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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Besides education on its website and on social media, that also includes merchandising the massive assortment of plants available for purchase.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Alternatively, the North American Lily Society suggests placing a short, sturdy stake at planting, then swapping it out for a tall stake (using the same hole) as the lily grows.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Typically support is limited, either by a sole that’s too rigid to go flat, a sole that’s too flexible for a safe heel, or a mechanism that lacks the ability to swap the heels.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Barter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barter. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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