central

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Investors are worried that will push up inflation—strengthening the case for central banks to raise interest rates, or at least keep them elevated.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Government bond prices were weighed by concerns that higher oil prices could stoke inflation and spur central banks to hike interest rates faster or pause rate cuts for longer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

He wanted to offer Holy Communion, the central sacrament of Roman Catholic faith, not only to the detainees inside the facility, but also to the federal agents stationed there.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

For Christians, Easter is the most important date in the liturgical calendar, marking the resurrection of Christ - a central tenet of the faith.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The floor beyond the opening sloped down to a central chamber.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer