as in pocket
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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as in finances
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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as in subsidizes
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 funds
Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
Adam Zimmerman, a law professor at the University of Southern California, told NPR that past examples of mass compensation funds directed by the president, whether related to the Holocaust or the BP oil spill, resolved sprawling class-action lawsuits, which is not the case here.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 30 May 2026
Freedom 250 received some, but not all, of the balance, a spokeswoman said, with other funds going to executive branch agencies.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 30 May 2026
But Sohn cautioned that not all funds are created equal.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Burden has never been able to access the money in that particular trust — her late father ordered that the trust be used to care for his wife, Burden's stepmother, until her death, when whatever remaining funds would be split between Burden and her brother.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
But what started as modest funds from taxpayers to create the Center quickly accelerated.
—Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Gulf sovereign wealth funds compound the picture.
—Mayra Rodriguez Valladares, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
And the Islamic Republic has been seeking the release of billions of dollars in frozen funds.
—Arkansas Online, 30 May 2026
Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
Chevron Richmond currently funds a community air monitoring program that’s managed by a third party and collects air quality data at all times at three stations along its fenceline.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
There's now a 40% probability that the Federal Reserve will hike rates at its December meeting, up from 3% at its June meeting, according to CME FedWatch, which bases its predictions on 30-Day Fed funds futures prices.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 28 May 2026
The price is mechanically tied to Hyperliquid's trading volume, because the volume funds the buyback and the buyback funds the price.
—Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The call premium funds your downside hedge — for free.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 May 2026
For countries like Cambodia, where Chinese investment heavily funds factory construction and industrial parks, the situation creates a delicate balancing act.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Democrats plan to keep forcing weekly votes on war powers resolutions and are looking ahead to put limitations on Trump during the debate over annual legislation that authorizes and funds the military.
—Stephen Groves, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Last week, the House ended the DHS shutdown with a bill that funds all the agencies except for ICE and parts of CBP, both which received an influx of money last year.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2026
Noun
Hosted by real estate agents and mortgage advisors, this event raises funds for Lyric, a nonprofit that helps LGBTQ+ youth in the Bay Area and features drag performances, cocktails, food, music and more.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
Adam Zimmerman, a law professor at the University of Southern California, told NPR that past examples of mass compensation funds directed by the president, whether related to the Holocaust or the BP oil spill, resolved sprawling class-action lawsuits, which is not the case here.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 30 May 2026
Freedom 250 received some, but not all, of the balance, a spokeswoman said, with other funds going to executive branch agencies.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 30 May 2026
But Sohn cautioned that not all funds are created equal.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Burden has never been able to access the money in that particular trust — her late father ordered that the trust be used to care for his wife, Burden's stepmother, until her death, when whatever remaining funds would be split between Burden and her brother.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
But what started as modest funds from taxpayers to create the Center quickly accelerated.
—Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Gulf sovereign wealth funds compound the picture.
—Mayra Rodriguez Valladares, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
And the Islamic Republic has been seeking the release of billions of dollars in frozen funds.
—Arkansas Online, 30 May 2026
Verb
His chief policy proposal would exempt people’s first $50,000 in income exempt from the federal payroll tax known as FICA that funds Social Security and Medicare.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
Chevron Richmond currently funds a community air monitoring program that’s managed by a third party and collects air quality data at all times at three stations along its fenceline.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
There's now a 40% probability that the Federal Reserve will hike rates at its December meeting, up from 3% at its June meeting, according to CME FedWatch, which bases its predictions on 30-Day Fed funds futures prices.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 28 May 2026
The price is mechanically tied to Hyperliquid's trading volume, because the volume funds the buyback and the buyback funds the price.
—Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The call premium funds your downside hedge — for free.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 May 2026
For countries like Cambodia, where Chinese investment heavily funds factory construction and industrial parks, the situation creates a delicate balancing act.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Democrats plan to keep forcing weekly votes on war powers resolutions and are looking ahead to put limitations on Trump during the debate over annual legislation that authorizes and funds the military.
—Stephen Groves, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Last week, the House ended the DHS shutdown with a bill that funds all the agencies except for ICE and parts of CBP, both which received an influx of money last year.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for funds
Noun
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Just a forehand shot away from the red clay courts, Auteuil is an authentic pocket of Paris that’s far from the tourist throngs—and the stereotypes sometimes saddled on it by east-leaning Parisians.—
Mary Winston Nicklin,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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But only Alanis has one hand in her pocket and the other one givin’ a high five.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Taxes from tabs go to the state Highway User Tax Distribution Fund, which finances Minnesota’s highway system.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Supporters of the market counter that private money often finances the excavation, preservation, and study of fossils that might otherwise remain buried indefinitely.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
28 May 2026
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While federal flood insurance subsidizes risky coastal and waterfront development for wealthier homeowners by lowering the cost of living in these areas, many low-income households in flood-prone areas remain stuck with risky properties and little help.—
Ivis García,
The Conversation,
1 June 2026
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And the government subsidizes mortgages, so taking on leverage is easier.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Local vendors and nonprofit organizations and community groups lined surrounding tables, offering resources such as LGBTQ+ support groups and mental health services.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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This event includes a Drag King Storytime, dancing, entertainment, food and booths featuring local LGBTQ+ organizations, community resources and vendors.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
Noun
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George Gascón, who eliminated cash bail for misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies and championed rehabilitation over punitive sentencing.—
National Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Finally, if Anthropic is the third to go public, remember the market will be severely depleted of cash.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Aviation experts said a revival would come with substantial challenges, as Spirit left behind billions in debt and its assets are being liquidated.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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Richard Kaye, portfolio manager at Comgest, said SoftBank's assets still comfortably cover its debt obligations and that the company's loan-to-value ratio remains below 25%.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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“Funds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/funds. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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