filings

American

[fahy-lingz] / ˈfaɪ lɪŋz /

plural noun

particles removed by a file.

filings British

/ ˈfaɪlɪŋz /

plural noun

shavings or particles removed by a file

iron filings

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Etymology

Origin of filings

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; file ², -ing ¹, -s ³

Example Sentences

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Wilson has raised more than $500 million over the past 18 months by borrowing against his Lululemon stock, according to regulatory filings.

From The Wall Street Journal

AIG is paying him $2.7 million under a “mutual agreement” that he forfeit a coveted role as its heir apparent, according to securities filings.

From The Wall Street Journal

Subsequent changes in holdings or intentions must be reported in amended filings.

From Barron's

Yet quarterly earnings reports—formally known as Form 10-Q filings—persist.

From Barron's

Barron’s sent a request for comment to World Liberty, citing ALT5’s declined share price and information in public Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

From Barron's

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