paying
Example Sentences
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But environmental groups have accused his companies of misrepresenting their assets to avoid paying environmental penalties.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
And that’s the nature of the job: You are not only paying them to fix the problem, you are paying them for their time.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Investors are paying up for what Dutch Bros might become: a national drive-through beverage chain with a loyal younger customer base and a long runway for new shops.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
"We are currently paying 54p a pint in beer duty," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
I couldn’t quite make out what they were saying, or what it was, but I was busy at the sink by now, and not paying much attention.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
