The Street (Noun)
Meaning
Used to allude to the securities industry of the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The company's initial public offering was a huge success on the street, with shares soaring 20% on the first day of trading.
- Analysts on the street were skeptical of the company's ability to meet its quarterly earnings projections.
- The merger was widely expected by the street, but the timing and terms of the deal were still a surprise.
- The company's poor earnings report sent shockwaves through the street, with many investors scrambling to sell their shares.
- The street was abuzz with rumors of a potential takeover bid for the struggling tech firm.