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buck

[buhk] / bʌk /
NOUN
male animal
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




VERB
move with jerking motion
Synonyms
VERB
throw off, dislodge
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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The buck has climbed since the start of the conflict, in keeping with its reputation as a global “safe haven” trade that typically does well during times of heightened geopolitical stress.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

A “no” bet returns a buck and change.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

It sure looked like closely guarded national security information was being used to make a quick buck.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Or he could buck every modern trend in college sports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

It was the great buck One Horn who saved them, who gave them his life.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich




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