banked
Example Sentences
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“The only real input I’m going to have is … understanding their process … and then if there are some financial decisions that are being banked into who we pick and why.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026
In a market downturn, the housing agencies—and, possibly, taxpayers—could be left holding a bad bag if they haven’t banked enough reserves.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
GameStop said first-quarter sales were up 14% year over year to $835.3 million, gains the company attributed to collectibles — an area the chain has banked on for more growth.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 2, 2026
The S&P 500 just banked its best month since 2020 — but to keep those gains, stop celebrating and focus long-term.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
Downstairs in the kitchen the fire was banked, but when she knelt down on the hearth, the stones were still warm.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
