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rata

British

/ ˈrɑːtə /

noun

either of two New Zealand myrtaceous forest trees, Metrosideros robusta or M. lucida , having crimson flowers and hard wood

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Etymology

Origin of rata

C19: from Māori

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Cuban instead would have employees be given stock at the same pro rata share that a company’s CEO gets his compensation in, saying stock-market participation is a sure way to increase wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

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

Meanwhile, beyond the gates and gawking tourists, stoats will gobble kiwi eggs and possums will devour our rata leaves.

From Slate ● Aug. 8, 2025

All are bound to contribute their pro rata share for the support of the government.

From Monopolies and the People by D. C. Cloud

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