hedge against

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

And with looming questions about tariffs, labor markets, and shifting political conditions, many companies are treating automation as a long-term hedge against uncertainty, not a one-time upgrade. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Dividend stocks Equities are one of the best ways to hedge against inflation over the long term, said certified financial planner David Gilreath, partner advisor at Allworth Financial. — Darla Mercado, Cfp®,michelle Fox, CNBC, 17 July 2026

Gold primarily acts as a tail-risk hedge against financial stress, currency debasement, and geopolitical crises, rather than a consistent inflation hedge. — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

All numbers five-on-five, via Natural Stat Trick Signing Savoie to an extension this summer is a good hedge against a breakout season. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 6 July 2026

Rhymes for hedge against

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