cushion

Example Sentences

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The lender’s small short-dated negative gap—where funding costs reset faster than loan yields—could help cushion interest-rate weakness, she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Even in the near term, economists say global demand could remain robust, buoyed by possible widespread policy easing as global policymakers scramble to cushion shock from the Iran war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In most cases, the 2% target provides a bit of cushion for Fed officials, particularly in the case of a recession.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Solid income growth and higher tax refunds should help cushion some of the expected fallout from higher energy prices, but the duration of the conflict and disruption of global oil markets is key.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Awesiinh plays with some seat cushion stuffing that’s poking out of a hole in the passenger seat.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith