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over the counter

ADJECTIVE
buyable without a prescription
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Shares in Fannie and Freddie, which trade over the counter, have surged since President Trump’s election on hopes of an IPO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

You can break it into pieces and dip it, use it as a base for toppings, or just eat it straight, standing over the counter.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Minoxidil has the same ingredient as Rogaine, which is available topically over the counter.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

Shares of Fannie and Freddie, which trade over the counter, soared last year after Trump on social media said he was working on taking the companies public.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

He frowned at me, then leaned over the counter to cast a doubtful glance at my shoes.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs




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