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Free Silver

Description:

Free Silver refers to a monetary policy in the late 19th century in the United States, advocating the unlimited coinage of silver as a way to expand the money supply and stimulate economic growth. It was a significant political issue during that time, particularly between advocates of the gold standard and those supporting bimetallism.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The free silver movement gained momentum with the backing of farmers and miners.
2. Politicians debated the advantages and disadvantages of free silver for the country's economic stability.
3. The presidential candidate advocated for the adoption of free silver to alleviate the economic hardships faced by the working class.

As an adjective:

1. During the late 1800s, the free silver movement divided the nation along political lines.
2. Advocates of free silver argued that it would provide a solution to the scarcity of currency in circulation.
3. The party's platform included a proposal for a free silver standard, contrasting it with the gold standard favored by their opponents.

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