pro rata
1 Americanadverb
adjective
Etymology
Origin of pro rata
First recorded in 1565–75, pro rata is from Medieval Latin prō ratā
Example Sentences
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Burdis says it is possible that redemption requests at some might exceed the threshold of 5% of assets, after which Blue Owl is allowed to only honor them partially, in a pro rata fashion.
From Barron's • Dec. 10, 2025
The insurers are assessed pro rata based on their market share.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2025
In that case, you’d only owe pro rata rent through the date when you vacate the unit and a landlord couldn’t charge you any fines or fees for terminating the lease.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 20, 2024
The amended arrangements also include a commitment by Rio to participate pro rata in an initial equity offering.
From Reuters • Sep. 1, 2022
The married woman of the future will be set free by co-operative methods, half the families on a square, perhaps, enjoying one luxurious, well-appointed dining-room with expenses divided pro rata.
From The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV by Harper, Ida Husted
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