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Definitions

rates

NOUN
dues
Synonyms
STRONG
ante assessment charge charges collection contribution custom debit debt duty fee kickback levy liability obligation pay protection tax toll
WEAK
arrearage
Antonyms
STRONG
asset credit irresponsibility

Example Sentences

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Nor is much relief expected from the Federal Reserve since higher prices limit its ability to cut interest rates.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

HOA and condo fees aren’t the biggest expense in many household budgets, but they are rising at the same time as near-record home prices and elevated mortgage rates have worsened home-buying affordability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The outbreak of the war with Iran at the end of February was another drag — it raised interest rates and hurt the stock market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

A resolution to the conflict in Iran would likely provide some momentum for rates to move lower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

I’m not sure that what I am about to describe really rates as a startling coincidence.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan