derivative

Example Sentences

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The 25% tariff would apply to the entire value of a finished product—known derivative products—containing steel and aluminum, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

That may sound too derivative for some, but Sokolov, known for his outlandish Russian-language action-comedies “Why Don’t You Just Die!” and “No Looking Back,” brings a truly wacky sensibility to his first English-language feature.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The company appeared to use a mix of derivative contracts, including options, that were keyed off oil prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

The launch marks the first licensed perpetual derivative contract based on the index.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Exceptions.—X final, being equivalent to ks, is never doubled; and when the derivative does not retain the accent of the root, the final consonant is not always doubled: as, prefer' + ence = pref'erence.

From New Word-Analysis by William Swinton