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sliding scale Definition

sliding scale

noun

a standard or schedule, as of costs, wages, fees, tariff rates, etc., that varies in accordance with given conditions or standards, as cost of living, level of income, etc.

sliding scale Synonyms

sliding scale

n.

adjusted scale, variable scale, ratio, related rates; see rate 1, relationship.

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