bail out

Example Sentences

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"That's what goalkeepers are there for, to bail out the defence when they get exploited," she told ITV.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

It would also likely force Riyadh to spend billions of dollars to bolster defenses and bail out already-limping projects, further straining a budget that’s faced growing deficits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Beijing is Islamabad's closest regional ally, readily providing financial assistance to bail out its often struggling neighbour.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

The head of tiny but historic Occidental Studios is looking to bail out — for the right price.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

“He was our pilot. Flew that plane into the ground—kept it flying straight and level so the rest of us could bail out after we were hit.”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein