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borrowing

[bor-oh-ing, bawr-] / ˈbɒr oʊ ɪŋ, ˈbɔr- /
NOUN
appropriating
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
loaning


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The reading comes ahead of employment data on Friday that could determine if the Federal Reserve will keep its benchmark rate stable or potentially hike borrowing costs to fight inflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Improving their credit score is one of the few levers consumers have to lower their borrowing costs, especially as prices for cars and homes remain high.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

If markets believe inflation will stay elevated, borrowing costs can rise on their own.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

The carousel of leaders has taken its toll, driving up borrowing costs and dragging down investment.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Then borrowing from the school’s motto, “Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve,” I added: “If you elect me I will go forth to serve all of you.”

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez




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