scalper

noun

Definition of scalpernext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scalper
  1. fence
  2. trafficker
  3. smuggler
  4. trader
  5. bootlegger
  6. fencer
  7. retailer
  8. reseller
Noun
  • Wednesday, three people appeared to hop the fence on the south side of the property, slide down the dirt and step into the house.
    — Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • However, in the fourth, Jensen sent another Perez pitch over the right field fence for a 6-3 advantage.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of fence
Noun
  • Mexican authorities regularly rescue exotic animals from properties owned by wealthy drug traffickers.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Andrew Tate took the witness stand Thursday afternoon and denied being a rapist or a human trafficker.
    — Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of trafficker
Noun
  • But his administration has offered little evidence to support its claims of killing smugglers.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The psychology and pathology are similar all around, not just with the reptile smuggler.
    — Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of smuggler
Noun
  • The Pomors were seafaring Russian hunters and traders who’d travelled to Svalbard from the White Sea between the 16th and 18th centuries to hunt Arctic wildlife.
    — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The trend kicked off a rush among investors, particularly mom-and-pop traders, to identify potential investments before they were announced, as the correct pick all but guaranteed at least an initial surge and pointed to longer-term upside.
    — Norah Rami, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of trader
Noun
  • The spicy margarita and bootlegger cocktails were lady-friend approved, and the guys all loved their beers.
    — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Your guide will teach you about the origins of Prohibition and tell stories of infamous bootleggers.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of bootlegger
Noun
  • 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
  • That’s what led him to his job as CEO of Bloomingdale’s in 2023, after spending years leading retailers abroad, first at Galeries Lafayette in Paris, then at Central Group in Bangkok.
    — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Unlike many of the restaurants and retailers in the area, nothing about the restaurant looks particularly polished – and that’s part of the appeal.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of retailer
Noun
  • The procedures examine whether customers satisfy the relevant reseller criteria.
    — Alia Noor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Fans who bought tickets from a third-party reseller should contact their point of purchase, Live Nation said.
    — Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of reseller

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“Scalper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scalper. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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