greenback
Example Sentences
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It isn’t unheard of for the greenback to run in the green during U.S. interventions abroad.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
The greenback is tracking a quarterly gain not seen since late 2024.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
A stronger greenback makes precious metals more expensive as they’re priced in U.S. dollars.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
The greenback strengthened to its highest level in more than three months.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
I wouldn’t do it even if Anatole paid me in greenback American dollars.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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