collateral
Example Sentences
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But the gain in energy stocks appeared relatively muted when compared with moves seen in other sectors that investors believed could suffer collateral damage.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 8, 2026
Borrowers forfeit their collateral in 35% to 45% of transactions with Ezcorp’s stores for not repaying the loan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026
The news of peace came with a sense of bewilderment and uncertainty in a region that suffered as collateral damage through months of war.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
Treasuries remain superior collateral despite attractive corporate bond yields, though AI buildout may slowly increase yields.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
I felt immediately sorry Dadi had become collateral damage; I’ve never spoken to her that way.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
Vocabulary lists containing collateral
Fast Food Nation
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