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interest

[in-ter-ist, -trist] / ˈɪn tər ɪst, -trɪst /


NOUN
advantage
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




Example Sentences

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A defence filed by the Home Office said the claim was "baseless" and without merit, with no conflict of interest.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Exxon has an ownership interest in two LNG trains in Qatar that accounted for 3% of last year’s upstream production.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

He sent the book out to the “Big Five” publishing companies and was rejected, eventually deciding to publish it with the Pasadena small press Red Hen after they expressed fervent interest in acquiring it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

There may also have been some discussion of what might force officials to consider raising rates, which will interest investors.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“I intend to remain headmistress at the Swanburne Academy for many a year to come. Should anyone of interest inquire as to your whereabouts, I will put you in touch with them directly.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood