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单词 sliding scale
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sliding scalenoun [ C usually singular ]

uk/ˌslaɪ.dɪŋ ˈskeɪl/us/ˌslaɪ.dɪŋ ˈskeɪl/

a system in which the rate at which something is paid changes as a result of other conditions:

Charges are made on a sliding scale, which means that the amount you must pay increases with the level of your income.

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Price decreases

  • bearish
  • closeout
  • concession
  • cut-price
  • deduction
  • deflate
  • depreciate
  • depreciation
  • discount
  • downturn
  • knock
  • knock sb/sth down
  • mark
  • offer
  • put
  • put sth down 1
  • roll
  • roll sth back
  • slump
  • tumble

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sliding scalenoun [ C, usually singular ]

ukusTAX, ACCOUNTING, FINANCE

a system for deciding payments or rates so that they change in relation to particular conditions:

He is considering a sliding scale of fees for wealthier families based on their income.
on a sliding scale Large gifts of capital are taxed on a sliding scale if you die within seven years of giving.
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