hedge against

phrasal verb

hedged against; hedging against; hedges against

: to protect oneself from (something)

They hedge against inflation by investing their money.

looking for ways to hedge against risk/failure

Examples of hedge against in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition, users will be able to permanently block a user from quote-sharing any of their posts, as a hedge against malicious dunks. —PC Magazine, 13 Sep. 2025

Commercial real estate has been considered by some as a reliable hedge against broader economic and stock market volatility, outperforming most other asset classes and delivering a consistent yield. —Andrew Denardo, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025

That building becomes not just a workplace but a long-term family asset, a hedge against business cycles, and a powerful vehicle for generational wealth. —Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025

But gold's role as a hedge against inflation is giving it a unique appeal, said market watchers. —Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for hedge against

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