inflation
noun
in·fla·tion
in-ˈflā-shən 
1
a
b
: a hypothetical extremely brief period of very rapid expansion of the universe immediately following the big bang
c
: empty pretentiousness : pomposity
2
: a continuing rise in the general price level usually attributed to an increase in the volume of money and credit relative to available goods and services
Examples of inflation in a Sentence
the inflation of a balloon
The government has been unable to control inflation.
The rate of inflation is high.
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At times like the present, when inflation is rising and the labor market is slowing, the dual mandates are sitting on a see-saw.
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Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
But, in a way, the Fed’s biggest climate impact may come through its day-to-day work setting rates and trying to control inflation.
—Justin Worland, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
Because nationwide, property tax collections went up nearly 7% last year, easily outstripping inflation.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Some analysts say consumers, tightening their purse strings because of inflation and tariffs, have been cutting back spending on smartphones.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
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Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
But, in a way, the Fed’s biggest climate impact may come through its day-to-day work setting rates and trying to control inflation.
—Justin Worland, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
Because nationwide, property tax collections went up nearly 7% last year, easily outstripping inflation.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Some analysts say consumers, tightening their purse strings because of inflation and tariffs, have been cutting back spending on smartphones.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Inflation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inflation. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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inflation
noun
in·fla·tion
in-ˈflā-shən
1
: an act of inflating : the state of being inflated
2
: a continual increase in the price of goods and services
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