money back

Example Sentences

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Typically, it’s best to hold onto a property for five years to at least get your money back or earn some dough through appreciation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Some investors also decided they valued liquidity more than they thought, when they realized they may not be able to get their money back when they want it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“It’s hard to go out and raise new funds if you haven’t put any money back in the pockets of your previous investors.”

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

We were never going to be able to pay to make their money back.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

He put the money back and opened the bottle on the opener fixed to the counter before leaving the café and wandering down the street going away from the boulevard.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman