ballast
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Of this, $4.6 billion would be allocated to an education “Rainy Day Fund” as ballast against future economic downturns.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Their models realized that government bonds are no longer providing ballast against equity crashes.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
It isn’t just because bonds are designed to be the fund’s ballast.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
If you’re not in the mood for a hulking sirloin — and if just creamed spinach and a frosted martini feel like insufficient ballast — skip the burger.
From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026
“Too bad—your voyage for nothing. An expensive mistake. If you’d sailed with a cargo, you could sell that. But—you sailed in ballast, didn’t you? Nothing but specie. And now—nothing to buy. Really too bad.”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
Vocabulary lists containing ballast
Words Every Pirate Should Know
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Cay
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"La Vida Robot" and "Reading, Writing and... Recreation"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
