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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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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
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This approach could ease worries about nest eggs by extending income across a longer stretch.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Vinegar is an acid, which dissolves the mineral deposits left behind by hard water, making the stains easier to wipe away without damaging the refrigerator’s surface, says Alicia Sokolowski, president and co-CEO at AspenClean.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
5 Feb. 2026
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Statements from October 2024 through April 2025 list the three resident deposits.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
5 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 17 Feb. 2026.
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