buck

Example Sentences

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“If someone wanted to make a buck by luring students into bad loans, they’ve never had an easier time,” Granville said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

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

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

"They didn't get much bang for their buck," he says, adding that he "suspects" whoever fired it "hit what they were aiming at".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The startup seeks to buck an EV downturn with a $57,990 SUV that can drive up to 330 miles on a single charge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Slowly, terrified of slipping off the ledge, he unhitched his pack from one shoulder and checked that he still had the roe buck antlers.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver