sinking fund

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A sinking fund is essentially a savings account you put aside for specific future expenses — holiday spending, in this case.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024

And if you haven’t already, start saving for the holidays by setting up a sinking fund.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024

If you have leftover money in a sinking fund, either keep it there so you’re ahead of the game for next year, reallocate it to the next priority or pad your emergency fund, if needed.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2022

The sinking fund should provide the council with a cushion to get through the next couple of years.

From Reuters • Jun. 24, 2020

"Add to this what may be done by throwing in the aid of western lands and other articles as a sinking fund, and our prospect is really a bright one."

From Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism by Chinard, Gilbert