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real estate

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /
NOUN
property and buildings for sale
Synonyms
STRONGEST
land
WEAK
chattels real freehold immoveables land and buildings landed property landholdings lot plat plot real property realty territory

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Real-estate firms have been consolidating to gain market share and access more data.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Real-estate deals in the region are often marked by corruption and collusion between officials and business interests, according to several nonprofits and international organisations.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Real-estate agents and home builders had hoped that falling mortgage rates would spur activity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Real-estate management saw the biggest plunge among the industries, recently losing 35% of its value from its 52-week high, the chart shows.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Real-estate agents or brokers are forming associations and are doing a great deal to eliminate dishonest practices and to put into their business the idea of service.

From A Stake in the Land by Speek, Peter A. (Peter Alexander)