arrears
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The agency's director-general Gilbert Houngbo "has decided to rescind the appointment of the deputy director-general, considering continued delays in the payment of arrears", the ILO said in a statement.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
"We're seeing a lot more council tax debt, utilities debt and rent arrears," he said.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
They also have to make three consecutive mortgage payments before they qualify for government help to settle any arrears.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
However, as the arrears accrue no interest, the home owner effectively got a $96,000 interest-free loan for the lifetime of the mortgage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
My own work, with its manifold arrears, took me all day to clear off; it was dark when I was able to inquire about my zoöphagous patient.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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