purchases

Example Sentences

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In the 2020 “Phase One” deal, China agreed to increase purchases of U.S. goods and services by $200 billion over 2020 and 2021, but ultimately fell short of the targets.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

China is the world’s largest soybean importer, but Beijing has increasingly shifted purchases toward Brazil in recent years.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

At that time, Europe led the coal purchases, with global competition for the fuel causing a shortage that drove benchmark prices to new records.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

At around $4 to $4.50, shoppers start making substitute purchases.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

Their purchases are tucked into cute little bags, and she and Heather join me in a sort of floral cloud.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper