sinking fund
Example Sentences
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A sinking fund is essentially a savings account you put aside for specific future expenses — holiday spending, in this case.
From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024
To grow your money before the holiday rush, consider parking your sinking fund in high-yield savings accounts that often let you earn up to 5% APY.
From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024
A sinking fund is a savings account dedicated to a particular expense that you fund gradually through regular payments.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2022
The sinking fund should provide the council with a cushion to get through the next couple of years.
From Reuters • Jun. 24, 2020
A part of the loan was devoted to the sinking fund, and troublesome public debts were paid off.
From Royal Highness by Mann, Thomas
