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disincentive

[dis-in-sen-tiv] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈsɛn tɪv /






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Her disincentive is channeled directly into her $25 million paycheck, which obviously isn’t awarded for accurate reporting and analysis.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 18, 2026

This would reduce a disincentive for seniors to sell as they need less space and open more housing stock for younger buyers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 16, 2026

"While this doesn't rise quite to the level of a complete prohibition, it's a very strong disincentive."

From Barron's May 30, 2026

Some also argue that this can disincentive councils from addressing the root problem, as empty homes bring them more income through the premium tax rates.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2025

The intended restricted uses of early writing provided a positive disincentive for devising less ambiguous writing systems.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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