fair share

American  

[fair shair] / ˈfɛər ˈʃɛər /

noun

plural

fair shares

1. the just portion of money or other resources, recognition, or effort, due to or from someone.

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Other Word Forms

• unfair share
  noun

Example Sentences

Welsh Labour says it has taken bold action on second homes in government to help local people, while the Liberal Democrats say owners must pay their fair share but more flexibility is needed.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

“It is shameful that he used Ken’s name as the example of those who supposedly aren’t carrying their fair share of the burdens associated with New York City’s often costly and wasteful spending,” Beeson wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The Social Security Administration considers free shelter to be unearned income, although he can avoid this reduction if he pays his fair share of household expenses.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

That would require men to embrace feminist behaviors like treating women as equals and doing their fair share of housework.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Autumn and I have had our fair share of lightsaber fights.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer