borrow
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As it is more expensive to borrow today, the opportunity cost of tying up tens of millions of dollars in paintings is higher.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
I had to borrow money from my bank in my hometown, and I bought it of him because times weren’t good at the time.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
“You should basically pay off your debt in good times and borrow in bad times and keep your taxes relatively smooth,” Phelan said External link about the legislation’s effects on the debt.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Last quarter, Tesla entered into an uncommitted revolving loan and security agreement with a group of banks that allows it to borrow up to $1.5 billion.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026
“You there, in the tweed cap! May I borrow your velocipede?”
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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