pawn
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They may turn to pawn transactions and other informal borrowing arrangements.
From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026
However, Fiona's plan to oust Rachel came back to haunt her: "Unfortunately I was the master of my own downfall, but I would prefer that than be someone else's pawn."
From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026
Blaming China for taking the deal we offered is like blaming the pawn shop for buying your watch.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 19, 2025
And is Gabriel a valuable asset or a disposable pawn?
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025
I, too, awaited the king’s move, like his pawn on a chessboard.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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