1
as in budget
a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose
our club has a fund for parties—which we like to have as often as possible
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2
as in resources
funds plural
available money
my funds were a little low, so I asked my favorite lending institution—Dad—for a small advance on my first paycheck
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3
as in supply
the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time
we have a deep fund of volunteers to call on when there is an unexpected need for help
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as in to finance
to furnish (as an institution) with a regular source of income
her will funded a new science center for her beloved alma mater
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2
as in to subsidize
to provide money for
Dad advised me to get a job because he wasn't going to fund my social life forever
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Recent Examples of fund
Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
There’s an upfront deduction for deposits, the funds grow tax-free and withdrawals are tax-free for eligible health care costs.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Aug. 2025
The poll was funded by TechEquity, a progressive non-profit.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 19 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Financially, Scott continued to control marital funds, covering household expenses and temporarily providing Kelley $10,000 per month for living costs contingent on court order or further agreement.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
There’s an upfront deduction for deposits, the funds grow tax-free and withdrawals are tax-free for eligible health care costs.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
The findings of the study, funded by the German Aerospace Center, the European Space Agency, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, have been published in the journal Nature Chemistry.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Aug. 2025
The poll was funded by TechEquity, a progressive non-profit.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fund
Noun
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Consumers still want the big moments, even as budgets feel tighter.—
Jeff Fromm,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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In fact, the outcome is precisely what the industry predicted when lawmakers voted for the per-bet taxes earlier this year in order to raise $36 million to help plug a budget deficit in the hundreds of millions.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Other teachers might spend just as much on necessary school supplies like pencils and books, especially at low-income schools where resources are sparse and families can’t afford to buy their own materials.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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The library aims to be a community hub, offering various programs and resources.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In other words, while Europe continues to send arms supplies to the Ukrainian army, Europe is also careful not to go too far in order to minimize the prospects of a clash with Russia.—
Daniel R. DePetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Spectrum supplies cable internet to many Idaho communities.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The project is expected to cost roughly $95 million and will be financed through a combination of private equity, debt and public sales tax dollars through a community improvement district that commissioners approved earlier this summer.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
29 Aug. 2025
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The central bank printed money to finance Argentina’s deficit, leading to hyperinflation that peaked at 292% in April 2024.—
Ryan Hogg,
CNN Money,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Most of its residents rely on the low-cost insurance subsidized by the federal and state governments.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Sep. 2025
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This method ensures costs are shared fairly and stops residential customers from subsidizing commercial loads.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Neville said he's noticed many boutique and family-run hotels, especially in high-demand spots like Dubrovnik, Prague, and Santorini, booking out earlier than ever, requiring full deposits up front, and enforcing strict cancellation policies.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The nature of this deposit is distinctive enough that scientists believe its origin is a great flood.—
Elizabeth Fernandez,
Big Think,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to the report, 37% of the metro’s for-sale listings are new builds — even as existing-home inventory continues to rise.—
Collyn Wainwright,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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By June, most of NBCU’s Super Bowl inventory was gone, according to buyers, though there has been speculation that the company may have kept some ad berths back in hopes of getting $8 million or bigger packages of advertising tied to its larger portfolio of media assets.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This blazer-style jacket has two front pockets that are perfect for keeping your boarding pass and lip balm handy.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Yes, people sadly end up moving thousands of dollars — sometimes even six figures — directly into a scammer's pocket.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Fund.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fund. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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