lump sum

Example Sentences

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People who had carefully planned their retirement, and had expected to clear mortgage debt or car finance, were left with no lump sum and no income.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Giving a larger amount as a lump sum, say, right before the child buys a house, would start to count toward the parent’s lifetime federal gift- and estate-tax exemption.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

‘I’m already feeling anxious’: My ex-husband offered to give me a $30,000 lump sum for child support.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

What are the pros and cons of receiving the remainder in a lump sum?

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

Four years was a long time, but a calf or a good lump sum at the end would be a solid investment in the future.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo