advancer
AmericanEtymology
Origin of advancer
Example Sentences
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Still, the latest gains were widespread, with advancers outnumbering decliners by nearly 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange.
From Seattle Times
Declining issues were roughly split with advancers on the NYSE.
From Reuters
Selling was widespread, with decliners outnumbering advancers by more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange.
From Seattle Times
As a result, some news organizations stockpile hundreds of “advancers”— pre-written obits on well-known people that can be published within minutes of a confirmed death.
From Washington Post
Decliners outnumbered advancers on the New York Stock Exchange 4 to 1.
From Seattle Times
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