as in deposit
something that you promise to give someone if you cannot pay back a loan
They put up their house as collateral for the loan.
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Recent Examples of collateral
Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Your car is collateral for the loan, so some lenders won’t lend more than 100% of the value of the vehicle.
—Maya Benjamin, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
Robert Frank, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Early traction is strongest in crypto-native markets where the instrument is used as collateral, but Bayston envisions adoption in public markets as regulations catch up.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Its pilots received authorization to shoot it down but decided not to open fire after assessing the collateral risks.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Your car is collateral for the loan, so some lenders won’t lend more than 100% of the value of the vehicle.
—Maya Benjamin, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Kurt Niemeyer, head of Merrill Lending Solutions group, which offers complex loans to the ultra-wealthy, said a loan to a founder or CEO might include a wide range of collateral, such as real estate, art or even a yacht.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Early traction is strongest in crypto-native markets where the instrument is used as collateral, but Bayston envisions adoption in public markets as regulations catch up.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collateral
Noun
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To clean food stains or mineral deposits, spray the area with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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Minimum deposit and balance requirements may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And, of course, vice versa, reinforcing the disparity for those in peripheral locations.—
Sarah Maokosy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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The presentation emphasized that these artists are not peripheral but foundational to American art history, a point Lampkins-Fielder was determined to make clear.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Over the past two decades, China has risen from imitator to innovator, advancing rapidly in new energy, robotics, batteries and drones—and related military power.—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The benefit plan defines a qualified spouse in four ways, including a person married to an active MLB player or a retired MLB player who is in active service, meaning a coach, manager or related job.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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They can be seen knocking over display cases, smashing glass and stuffing goods for sale into large black garbage bags.—
Pilar Arias,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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In the interim, Ludwinski sold Sister Pie goods at Eastern Market on specific dates, took special orders and offered limited items with occasional openings.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Each leg incorporates six DoF, complemented by additional arm and waist flexibility, allowing Oli to perform complex, ballet-like gestures with balance and precision.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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The second location will have a drive-thru and offer new menu items, including omelettes, specialty Pete’s Coffee drinks, new cream cheese flavors and additional Boar’s Head deli meat options.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The United States has spent more than $30 billion on the war in Gaza and associated conflicts in the Middle East, with more than half of this figure devoted to military support for Israel, a new report shared with has found.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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The change affects UnitedHealthcare members enrolled in a commercial plan, Medicare Advantage plan or Medicaid who receive care at Ascension Wisconsin hospitals, clinics or other locations, as well as associated practices of Ascension Medical Group.—
Francesca Pica,
jsonline.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But don’t fret, there’s good stuff too, like Jacory Croskey-Merritt saving the day.—
Jake Ciely,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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But, man, there was plenty of weird stuff in that game.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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While the American College of Radiology now recommends annual MRI in addition to mammograms for women with dense breasts seeking supplemental screening, barriers to MRI use include lack of access, high-cost and patient intolerance, according to the authors.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Employees laid off may qualify for supplemental unemployment benefits, regardless of union affiliation.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Collateral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collateral. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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