surplus

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The country has a domestic surplus of natural gas and oil that should help offset rising energy prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Nike has tried to sell off a surplus of unwanted casual sneakers and make its e-commerce site a destination for more premium fare.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 29, 2026

This has allowed the government to run a budget surplus which gives it more capacity to support households and businesses.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Meanwhile, China more than made up for its U.S. troubles by boosting exports elsewhere, notching a record $1.2 trillion trade surplus last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

He wanted to make more crops so as to use his surplus for trade with the white men on the coast.

From "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker