SCALPER Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

scalper

noun

Definition of scalper

as in fence

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Recent Examples of scalper Even as ticketing sites roll out anti-bot measures, scalper operations continually update their code to slip past new rules and restrictions. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026 And go in with realistic expectations about scalper activity, because if the show is in high demand, bots will be competing too. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026 The massive demand led to ticketing websites crashing and wait times exceeding an hour, while scalper listings on websites such as eBay saw some tickets being resold for up to $1,500. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 16 June 2026 Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches. — Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 30 Mar. 2026 By turning a blind eye to scalpers, even giving them the tools to bypass limits and harvest tickets, Live Nation has acted as the promoter, the primary ticket seller, the artists’ manager, and the scalper. — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 19 Sep. 2025

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Noun

Like every Lucy project, there are also swing-for-the-fences samples, of the kinds of old, viral songs that create communities of nostalgic yearners in their YouTube comments.

— H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
Access holders say the fence has created significant problems, including trapping wildlife and diverting water from community irrigation ditches.

— Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of fence

Noun

Once a week, a group of former drug-traffickers gather in a small recording studio on the outskirts of Rio to dissect their past lives of crime and those of their guests.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
Talarico says immigration enforcement is necessary but that resources should be refocused to target cartels, gang members and human traffickers.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of trafficker

Noun

Still, despite the typical procedural formula with cases tied to gun smugglers, cartel assassins and kidnappings, the show remains topical enough to keep viewers engaged.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Florida has a colorful history as a haven for smugglers and scammers.

— Mike Ryan, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of smuggler

Noun

The yield on 30-year Treasurys briefly hit its highest level since 2002, with traders pricing in a 90% likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike by year-end driven by concerns over inflation.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Specifically, that trader sold 5,000 of the 39-strike puts expiring in mid-January for $695,000, and an equal amount of the 42-strike calls expiring the same day for $400,000.

— Oliver Renick, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of trader

Noun

The supporting cast is well stocked with character actors who bring humor and pathos to this gaggle of spouses, friends, lovers and bootleggers.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 1 Oct. 2026
The spicy margarita and bootlegger cocktails were lady-friend approved, and the guys all loved their beers.

— Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of bootlegger

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Of course, not every fencer will pay full price to attend.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 28 May 2026
The rise of K-pop rapper Jackson Wang, who was a competitive fencer before turning his attention to music, has also spurred awareness of the sport among Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 May 2026

Definition of fencer

Noun

All the best deals from all retailers will be on our Prime Day hub, with money off cameras, telescopes and binoculars.

— Harry Bennett, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Embassies, banks, and big-name retailers share the neighborhood with this member of The Leading Hotels of the World, whose guest list includes big celebrities and diplomats.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of retailer

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