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1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 28% | 7 | The act of lending money at an interest | |
3 | 28% | 6 | One who exploits others by lending money at high interest | |
Lending At Excessive Interest Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "USURY" which means:
- noun
- • An exorbitant or unlawful rate of interest
- • The act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was charged with usury for lending money to desperate individuals."
- • "Many countries have laws that prohibit usury to protect borrowers."
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