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interest

[in-ter-ist, -trist] / ˈɪn tər ɪst, -trɪst /


NOUN
advantage
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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Analysts say the BOE could cut interest rates in the coming months, given the fragile state of the U.K. economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

The Federal Reserve’s new chairman, Kevin Warsh, led a hawkish shift, with nine of 18 policymakers now expecting higher interest rates this year.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

The Bank of Canada acknowledged the increase in inflation in its last policy statement, when it left interest rates at 2.25%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

The central bank’s economic projections revealed that nine of the 18 policymakers now expect higher interest rates this year—the Fed no longer sees a cut.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

“All right, Mrs. Penworthy,” Lord Fredrick said, feigning interest, “you’ve some experience taking care of babies, I expect? Heaven knows I don’t.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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