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expire

[ik-spahyuhr] / ɪkˈspaɪər /


VERB
breathe out
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
breathe in inhale


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The inverted spread measures the difference between the prices of Brent for June delivery and WTI for May delivery as their contracts expire on different days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The ceasefire is expected to expire April 22.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

It has been clear for months now that it suited both Harry Maguire and Manchester United for their partnership to be extended beyond the end of the season, when his contract was due to expire.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The filing also showed the hedge fund had written call options, which are obligations to sell, at prices ranging from $150 to $310 that also expire on March 20.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

But people made such a big deal about a birthday party that I forgot that my license was going to expire.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson




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