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Billionaire

usgb/ˌbɪljəˈner/Volume
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Currency VariancePlay
The value of 'billionaire' changes depending on the currency; not every billionaire has the same wealth. SlideA billionaire in yen is not as wealthy as a billionaire in dollars.
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Global PerceptionPlay
'Billionaire' can have different reactions globally, some admire their success, others critique wealth inequality. SlideIn some countries, billionaires are celebrated, while in others they are viewed with suspicion.
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Metaphorical UsePlay
Sometimes 'billionaire' is used metaphorically to mean very abundant or rich in non-financial ways. SlideShe is a billionaire in kindness.