sectors

NOUN

area, subdivision

Synonyms

STRONGEST

district part region zone

STRONG

category division precinct quarter stratum

Antonyms

WEAK

whole

Example Sentences

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While tech struggled, six of the S&P 500’s 11 sectors managed to post weekly gains.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 27, 2026

Hendi Susanto, a portfolio manager at Gabelli Funds, said the recent pullback is being driven by a mix of rotation into other sectors, profit taking in recent winners and concerns over high valuations.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026

There’s a case for higher-dividend stocks, even after a strong showing for many dividend-rich sectors in the first half, including energy, banks and utilities.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

We are primarily focused on sectors that benefit from supply constraints, such as medical office and senior housing, and more defensive areas like grocery-anchored retail.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

Plague patrols have completely sealed off the Lake and Alta sectors.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu