higher rate
Britishnoun
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Substituting either total potato intake or baked, boiled, or mashed potatoes with white rice was associated with a higher rate of type 2 diabetes.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
Young women show a higher rate of melanoma, often diagnosed during pregnancy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
They also say they will set a higher rate for landlords' income from rental properties.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
Other states have a higher rate of returning money because they are more aggressive about actively looking for owners.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Unseasonably pleasant weather inspires people to pay at a higher rate.
From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt
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