black market

Example Sentences

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And despite sanctions, reports suggest it has been able to purchase some military equipment through the black market.

From BBC

The liquor policy which led to the arrests of AAP leaders was introduced by the Kejriwal government in 2021, saying it would curb black market sales, increase revenues and ensure even distribution of liquor licences.

From BBC

The currency has also collapsed, going from 570 Sudanese pounds to the US dollar before the war to 3,500 in 2026 on the black market.

From Barron's

The few drivers left fill up at an eye-popping $5 per liter on the black market, which has led fares to triple.

From Barron's

The 35,000-capacity R.Premadasa Stadium was sold out for the clash, with tickets going for more than four times face value on the black market.

From Barron's