decimalization
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
- post-decimalization adjective
- pre-decimalization adjective
Example Sentences
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It was its lowest level since the decimalization of the currency in 1971.
From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2022
Profitability declined once decimalization became standard, but Madoff’s brokerage operation provided financial support for his fraud.
From Reuters • Apr. 14, 2021
But decimalization has been in America for centuries—our currency is 100 cents to the dollar.
From Slate • Aug. 8, 2014
In other words, lawmakers sidestepped the really difficult decimalization issue, leaving it to the regulators in a way almost intended for nothing to happen.
From New York Times • Apr. 3, 2012
To the relief of accountants, schoolchildren, tourists and moneymen, all such variations will officially disappear with decimalization.
From Time Magazine Archive
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