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bidding

[bid-ing] / ˈbɪd ɪŋ /




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The notorious bidding war for a Palm Beach estate between Trump and Jeffrey Epstein involved a third party.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Investors welcomed what could prove a bidding war for MPS, whose shares shot up nearly 13 percent in afternoon trading Monday.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The third-youngest Roland Garros finalist this century behind 18-year-old Coco Gauff in 2022 and 17-year-old Kim Clijsters in 2001, Andreeva is bidding to become the youngest French Open champion since Monica Seles in 1992.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The upcoming 30-year issue is expected to garner bidding interest from investors seeking high yields, which are likely to be offered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

I shadowed her like a familiar, doing her bidding and anticipating her wants.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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