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parlance

[pahr-luhns] / ˈpɑr ləns /


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In Wall Street parlance, that means the deal is currently two times oversubscribed.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The U.S. government, oil traders and private analysts, however, are divided over exactly how much time Tehran has until it reaches “tank tops,” industry parlance for running out of storage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

In wrestling parlance, a “receipt” refers to retribution for a perceived slight or unnecessary use of physical force during a match.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

That’s Wall Street parlance for $100, the “par” value of many bonds.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

A gimmick or, in today’s parlance, a “branding.”

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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