Chicago exchange, briefly, with "the" Crossword Clue

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The clue for your today's crossword puzzle is: "Chicago exchange, briefly, with "the"" ,published by L.A. Times Daily. Please check our best answer below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Chicago exchange, briefly, with the" corresponds to the answer "MERC." Here's why this clue leads to that answer:

1. Chicago Exchange: The term "Chicago exchange" points to a financial exchange or market located in the city of Chicago in the state of Illinois.

2. Briefly: The word "briefly" in crossword clues often indicates that the answer will be an abbreviation or a shortened form of the actual term.

3. MERC: In this case, "Chicago exchange" is abbreviated to "MERC," which refers to the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. It is a prominent financial and commodity futures exchange where various assets are traded.

By combining the context of the clue with the abbreviation requirement of "briefly," the answer "MERC" fits perfectly as the shortened form of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, aligning with the theme of the crossword puzzle and providing a satisfying solution for crossword enthusiasts.

Definition of "MERC"

a mercenary soldier

Example :

after the crew of three mercs has been assigned, we're taken to the battlefield

the cockpit of a merc ship

a pale blue Merc

 The Crossword clue "Chicago exchange, briefly, with "the"" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
L.A. Times Daily	5 August 2021	MERC
The Washington Post	14 May 2017	MERC