Thesaurus results for GREENBACK

greenback

noun

ˈgrēn-ˌbak

Definition of greenback

as in bill

a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States she threw a few greenbacks on the counter to pay for the drinks

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Recent Examples of greenback The dollar’s valuation says little about dollar hegemony Executives and investors around the world have good reason to care about the greenback’s value as their revenues, assets, liabilities, and competitiveness often depend on it. — Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak, Fortune, 17 July 2026 Because gold is sold globally in dollars, a strong greenback makes gold more expensive for international buyers and decreases demand. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Rios went to Harvard and worked as an economic-development consultant in California before her assistance to Obama’s campaign earned her the job of treasurer for seven years, when her signature went out on every greenback. — Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026 Leveraged funds on Wednesday began buying dollar call options that gain in value if the greenback strengthens, according to traders. — David Finnerty, Bloomberg, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for greenback

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Europeans also face the prospect of hikes to their energy bills this winter, as natural gas prices climb.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
The Republican Party has ignored the national debt every time Republican presidents have signed bills that have cut taxes on the wealthy.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of bill

Noun

Disney pulled a series of strategic levers to get people through their park gates at a time when many are being choosy about how to spend their dollars, according to industry analysts.

— Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Furthermore, extreme pay disparities exist, from low-wage support staff to multi-million dollar executive and athletic salaries, often tracking scale over prestige.

— Scott White, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of dollar

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The Japanese government's push for pension funds and individuals to invest more in domestic markets is seen as a potential boost for the nation's bonds and currency in the long term.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026
The currency, meanwhile, has fallen more than 10% from its prewar level, adding to the economic pressure on Iranians.

— Magdalena Del Valle, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of currency

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