borrowing

Example Sentences

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While a strong jobs market is usually good news for the economy, it means the Federal Reserve is less likely to cut borrowing costs anytime soon.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The prospect of higher borrowing costs hit companies big and small, with the Russell 2000 index of smaller companies losing 3.5%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 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

That creates a divided economy: Consumers struggle with higher prices and borrowing costs, but AI-related investment supports markets, infrastructure spending and business optimism.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

Besides, things were bad enough without borrowing trouble.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss