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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
ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
From Ryan’s perspective, the role of such a firm is to understand how a brand presents itself across every touchpoint, from website structure and messaging to advertising and internal collateral.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2026
Hugh Leask, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
In early 2021, the National Securities Clearing Corporation demanded a $3 billion collateral deposit.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The 27-nation EU had originally intended to use frozen Russian assets as collateral for the loan.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
From Ryan’s perspective, the role of such a firm is to understand how a brand presents itself across every touchpoint, from website structure and messaging to advertising and internal collateral.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Deteriorating asset quality, collateral markdowns and a growing rush for the exits are rattling private credit markets and prompting comparisons to the Global Financial Crisis.
—Hugh Leask, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
In early 2021, the National Securities Clearing Corporation demanded a $3 billion collateral deposit.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collateral
Noun
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The Lakers are already taking deposits for season tickets in Coachella Valley, starting at $100 per account.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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There’s a $50 deposit required.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The same study notes that the hormonal cascade may even dull pain by activating peripheral nerves and autonomic pathways.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Arve Henriksen’s trumpet is a celestial contrast to the vocals’ groundedness, a floater at the edge of the song’s smoky peripheral vision.—
Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Met Gala is a major fundraiser for the museum’s Costume Institute, which houses numerous historic pieces of fashion and related artifacts.—
Adam Carlson,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Using artificial intelligence, researchers may have identified the previously unknown subject of a sketch by Northern Renaissance artist Hans Holbein, and reidentified the sitter for a related Holbein drawing.—
Leigh Anne Miller,
ARTnews.com,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The longer the increases persist, the greater the risk that higher gas prices will translate into higher costs for other goods that rely on fuel for transportation.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
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Communism wields big influence in countries such as China, Vietnam, North Korea and Cuba, where governments play a central role in providing goods and services.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Production dates, additional casting and venue will be announced soon.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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In 2023, a federal judge ordered Georgia lawmakers to draw an additional majority-Black congressional district, two new majority-Black state Senate districts and five new majority-Black state House districts.—
Tia Mitchell,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Berman and Kessler maintain that Learfield, Playfly Sports, JMI Sports and various third-party brand sponsors don’t fit the definition of an associated entity.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Most data can be accessed either by clicking on the appropriate circle or scrolling down the page to find the associated chart.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The spooky environs created by production designer Til Frohlich are the stuff nightmares are made of; the murky bathtub, moldering linens and secret compartments that go bump in the night.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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There’s some really messed up stuff happening at that farm.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Women with a family history or dense breast tissue might also qualify for screening with supplemental ultrasound.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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The island’s energy is provided from the mainland, with a gasoline backup generator and supplemental solar capability in place.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Collateral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collateral. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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