over the counter

Example Sentences

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U.S.-listed shares of Repsol, which trade over the counter, declined 3.5%.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Dr. Pieper cautioned against confusing this strategy with over the counter NAD+-precursors.

From Science Daily • Dec. 24, 2025

Sports drinks can help with mild dehydration, but what may be more helpful are oral rehydration fluids that can be bought over the counter.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2025

Global foreign exchange turnover in over the counter markets averaged $9.5 trillion per day in April, up 27% from 2022, according to revised data for this year’s BIS triennial forex survey.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

That’s why Nadia is changing the flavor list that hangs over the counter.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins