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related to the old-fashioned way of doing business including its ideas and practices
- The mercantile system emphasized countries accumulating wealth by exporting more goods than they imported.
- The historic mercantile district in the city thrived with bustling markets and trade activities.
- The mercantile exchange played a crucial role in connecting producers and buyers in the flourishing market.
- During the mercantile era, nations competed to establish colonies and secure valuable resources for trade.
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related to things or qualities connected with trade and people involved in buying and selling
- The bustling mercantile district in the city center was filled with shops and markets.
- His family has been in the mercantile business for generations, specializing in importing rare textiles.
- The new law aimed to promote mercantile interests by reducing taxes on imported goods.
- The town's growth was fueled by a thriving mercantile community, facilitating economic development.
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profit oriented
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