contracts

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Around 64% were zero-day-to-expiry options, or so-called 0dte contracts that allow investors to bet on whether the stock index will rise or fall by the end of the day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"We will ensure that, in large defence contracts, there are provisions to require any significant sub-contracts to be placed with UK-based companies, or guarantee competitions so UK competitors aren't shut out."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Remaining performance obligations, or signed contracts not yet converted to revenue, are expected to be $601.1 billion.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“The contracts are designed so that margins remain within guidance range, even if pricing is at the floor,” Mohan wrote.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The American colonies passed laws barring people convicted of crimes from a wide variety of jobs and benefits, automatically dissolving their marriages and denying them the right to enter contracts.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander