fair trade

NOUN

legal and equitable trade

Synonyms

WEAK

balance of trade fair-trading managed prices multilateral trade reciprocal trade

Example Sentences

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“President Trump seeks a stable peace, fair trade, and respectful relations with China,” an unclassified version of the document declares.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

While this viral exercise is extreme, Link noted that some workers may consider a small pay cut to work remotely as a fair trade.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 24, 2025

She adds that these provide a market for customers who value indigenous arts, sustainability and fair trade, and are willing to pay more.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2025

We want to “make in the USA” and insist on fair trade agreements with other countries, with real access to their markets to sell American products.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2025

I stared at the book, knowing it wasn’t a fair trade.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye