weighting
Britishnoun
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a factor by which some quantity is multiplied in order to make it comparable with others See also weighted average
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an increase in some quantity, esp an additional allowance paid to compensate for higher living costs
a London weighting
Example Sentences
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Previously, Jarden had a zero risk weighting given negative results from the earlier Elanora and Isabella prospects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
Since we already know that positively weighting factors such as value or quality have worked, avoiding others by default, maybe so.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
And as float increases, so does SpaceX’s float-adjusted weighting in major indexes, which can drive purchases from passive investors.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
The recent increase in the U.S. weighting is owing to his more constructive approach on software stocks.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
Rowan took the map from his pack and unrolled it on the grass, weighting the corners down with stones.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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