deposit

Example Sentences

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Instead of fully decomposing, plant material builds up layer upon layer over thousands of years, forming deep deposits of peat that lock away carbon for the long term.

From Science Daily

In last year's report, which was based on data from 2024, CAG sent reports to relevant States of Guernsey committees on discrimination, harassment and being treated differently, homelessness, and private rental deposits.

From BBC

Anti-laundering systems today would flag large deposits or attempts to move large amounts abroad, he said, but two decades ago, the system "wasn't there".

From BBC

It has increased sea patrols by frigates, tightened rules for foreigners and talked of launching exploration of the surrounding sea bed, which holds deposits of precious rare earths in demand by modern industry.

From The Wall Street Journal

Banks are currently unwilling or unsure about using these tools, so they keep a large share of their deposits at the Fed in the form of bank reserves, which keeps the Fed’s balance sheet large.

From Barron's