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futures

Pronunciation: [ˈfjuːtʃərz]

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Learn how to use futures in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “finance”

(noun) a special kind of contract in finance that allows someone to buy or sell an asset at a set price in the future. It's like making a deal today for something that will happen later, such as buying corn or oil at today’s price, even if you won't get it for several months.

Example

She made a profit by trading futures in the oil market.

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He lost money because the futures market moved against his expectations.

Example

What factors should you consider before investing in futures?

Context: “time”

(noun) the time that comes after now. It refers to events or situations that will happen later, like a birthday party you are excited about that's coming next month.

Example

I'm looking forward to my graduation in the future.

Example

He didn't plan anything for the future, so he felt unprepared.

Example

What do you hope to achieve in the future?

How to pronounce futures

Pronunciation: [ˈfjuːtʃərz]

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