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

Heavyweights exist under a uniquely harsh spotlight and Dubois has absorbed more than his fair share of scrutiny.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

A family of Latter-Day Saints heads up Angel Studios, and a fair share of its titles across both television and film spaces are right-leaning media with Christian values.

From Salon • May 3, 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

“You deserve some of Mother’s time too. I’m taking more than my fair share here,” I say through gritted teeth.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett