First recorded in 1565–75, pro rata is from Medieval Latin prō ratā
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There is one wrinkle, he adds: The pro rata rule.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026
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
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 fund will be divided among the qualified claimants on a pro rata basis, depending on how much they were overcharged by the DWP.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2023
It has been suggested that the effect of the act is to make the realty chargeable pro rata with the personalty, but this is doubtful.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 1 "Evangelical Church Conference" to "Fairbairn, Sir William" by Various
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