exchange
verb (used with object)
to give up (something) for something else; part with for some equivalent; change for another.
have exchanged
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present perfectof exchange.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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We have exchanged several notes via a prison messaging system, though.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
The two nations have exchanged tariffs for months.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
Both countries have exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day, putting more strain on a fragile ceasefire arrived upon in April.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026
More than 34 million shares have exchanged hands, according to Nasdaq.
From Barron's ● Mar. 19, 2026
Sure enough, the next day I saw it on the front page: Would you have exchanged places with me and entered Central as I did this morning?
From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals
