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basing point

American

noun

a geographical location from which freight charges are computed by the seller regardless of the point from which the goods are shipped.

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The disease gradually breaks down cartilage in the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

Prices are high enough that “it must be causing pain to U.S. manufacturers,” according to William Adams, head of base metals research at Fastmarkets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

Last year’s documentary “I Am: Celine Dion” chronicled her struggles with the rare disease, which stiffens a person’s muscles, causing pain and spasms.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2025

Woods' most recent setback has been because of back issues that have spread, causing pain in his legs.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2024

Gentler than Zephyr, he can assume the condition of a current, and enter our very marrow without causing pain.

From The Battery and the Boiler Adventures in Laying of Submarine Electric Cables by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)

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