Sentences

usury in a sentence

n.

Definition

Usury is the practice of charging excessively high interest rates on loans, often considered unethical or illegal.

Sample Sentences

  1. The practice of usury has been condemned by many religious and ethical traditions throughout history.
  2. In an effort to combat usury, lawmakers have established limits on interest rates for loans.
  3. He was accused of usury after charging exorbitant fees for small, short-term loans.
  4. The concept of usury often raises questions about the morality of lending and borrowing.
  5. Many people fall victim to usury, which can trap them in a cycle of debt and financial despair.

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