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
It also has the power to recover arrears if parents fall behind with payments.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
The $430,000 home in Woburn now has more than $500,000 outstanding on the mortgage, including the arrears.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 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
Mam comes back up to Italy and sits by the fire wondering where in God’s name she’ll get the money for a week’s rent never mind the arrears.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
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