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interest

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


NOUN
advantage
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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"Co-operation serves the interest of both our states and nations, while conflict serves Moscow's interests", he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Now, a recipient’s “estate” includes property in which the person had a legal interest at the time of death.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The European Central Bank is set to raise interest rates for the first time in nearly three years due to broader inflation pressures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Afterwards, he thanked Kim in a letter, saying the leaders had "made an in-depth exchange of views on the issues of mutual interest and achieved a series of important common understanding", according to KCNA.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But Lord Fredrick showed no interest whatsoever in the conversation and concentrated grimly on his food.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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