bailed out

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The widespread closures of airspace have brought back memories of the travel shutdowns during the pandemic, which led to Lufthansa being bailed out by the German government.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

In 2008, banking giant UBS, in which many Swiss, especially pensioners, had shares, had to be bailed out by Swiss taxpayers to prevent not just its own downfall, but disastrous consequences for the global economy.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

The International Monetary Fund, which has bailed out Argentina with tens of billions of dollars, said it welcomed the central bank’s new currency policy and efforts to rebuild reserves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

Then, bailed out by a foul with 3.9 seconds remaining, he missed the second.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 14, 2025

We bailed out the skiff until it was bobbing merrily on the surface.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson