purchases
Example Sentences
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According to the White House, China expressed an interest in increasing its purchases of U.S. oil, suggesting it may reduce the amount it spends on Iranian oil.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
As gas prices heat up, there are growing signs that consumers are cooling on big-ticket purchases such as refrigerators, other major home appliances and furniture.
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
The moves come as elevated prices deter purchases in China, with fabricators seeing orders for copper rod weakening this month, ANZ Research analysts say in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The Board of Trade could also open the door to reductions on tariffs to accommodate Chinese purchases of U.S. goods, but Miller cautions investors to not read too much into any adjustments.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Heather sighs and smiles dreamily at Vivi as we load our purchases into the trunk of Heather’s Prius.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
