SECONDHAND Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

secondhand

adjective

ˈse-kən(d)-ˈhand

Definition of secondhand

as in secondary

taken or created from something original or basic memoirs filled with secondhand stories about show-business celebrities

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Recent Examples of secondhand Just as a side note, Barlow lenses are widely available at very modest prices — especially secondhand. — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Vendors landed on the Beehive’s 20,000-square-foot courtyard in South Los Angeles, filling it with food, art and secondhand clothing vendors. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 While imposing administrative burdens, the regulation is expected to supercharge the already booming secondhand fashion market, which grew four times faster than primary retail last year. — Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 In addition to the sale, Anthro also offers incredible discounts on secondhand NUULY finds, like this cute Linen Blend A-Line Skirt, which was $138 and is now $30. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for secondhand

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Goliath features a waist restraint but has no over-the-shoulder harness like some other roller coasters –– a secondary restraint Avery believes should be considered.

— Isa Mudannayake, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
So, that Miami Hurricanes secondary that looked to be getting closer to full strength?

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of secondary

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Swaps are derivative contracts where the parties exchange payments or risked based on something else.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Prediction markets are regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, a federal agency that oversees derivative markets, among other areas.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

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