Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sinking funds
Noun
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An undisclosed amount of funds had disappeared, and the unidentified brother was convinced McBride took it, the report read.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026 -
The Commissioners Court held performative sessions that ignored resident concerns and spent significant taxpayer funds defending maps that prioritized political gain over local governance.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Millions of baby boomers are being forced out of retirement, having realized their nest eggs don’t quite make ends meet.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Workers ages 18 to 49 with student loans have nest eggs about 20% smaller than those of their debt-free counterparts, with an average balance of $58,000 versus $72,000.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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According to Martin, though, around six to 10 of the anglers had already sent in deposits.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
19 Feb. 2026
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Made up mostly of calcium carbonate minerals, Roman travertine was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago by deposits of calcium, sulfur and other minerals, and shows the region's history of volcanic eruptions, forests and fossils in its striated layers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Now’s the time to get these spring treasures and use them in our Melting Onions recipe—a side dish designed for the 1015’s large rings and natural sweetness, which leads to beautiful caramelization.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2026
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Over-Styling Your Shelves Styling your shelves with personal mementos, vintage treasures, and more can give your home an eclectic aesthetic—but don't overdo it.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Sinking funds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sinking%20funds. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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