uncirculated

adjective

un·​cir·​cu·​lat·​ed ˌən-ˈsər-kyə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce uncirculated (audio)
of a coin or currency : issued for use as money but showing no evidence of circulation
an uncirculated dollar
collected uncirculated dimes

Examples of uncirculated in a Sentence

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Unsold or uncirculated newspapers are piled at the end of every day in every kiosk in every city there, picked up and returned to a recycling hub where it is taken directly to the paper recycling and pulp processing centers. Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024 The production will have unprecedented access to Goffin’s music catalog and archive, including previously uncirculated music and footage. Jem Aswad, Variety, 25 June 2024 The collectible is available as limited-edition precious metal poofs, including a brilliant uncirculated coin as well as silver and cold proof versions; click here for more information on the coins. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2024 Currently, uncirculated silver 1oz coins from the 2023 release can be bought for $76 each. Byeleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 July 2023 Both coins will be offered in a variety of styles, including gold proof, silver proof piedfort, silver proof and brilliant uncirculated editions. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2023 Finally, the still-unnamed documentary, which was originally announced in June of 2019, will combine biographical data and live footage of the rapper, along with previously uncirculated material. A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 28 Jan. 2022 Previously uncirculated recordings and item will be included in future releases. Jem Aswad, Variety, 23 Aug. 2021 His tours use uncirculated live recordings of the singers, unique visuals, and performances by live musicians on each date. Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2021

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of uncirculated was in 1917

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“Uncirculated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncirculated. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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