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bankruptcy

[bangk-ruhpt-see, -ruhp-see] / ˈbæŋk rʌpt si, -rəp si /


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The company is run by a serial entrepreneur with a history of bankruptcy and lawsuits alleging fraud.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

In 2010, Herbst Gaming declared bankruptcy and saw Primm taken over by Z Capital Partners.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Foundation is also an opportunity for Pathak to prove himself - Synapse, the financial services firm he co-founded and led, filed for bankruptcy in 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Kent Ries, the bankruptcy trustee, said he believes Rabo and alleged participants in the scheme should be held to account for McClain’s operation continuing as long as it did.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Chase’s father and uncle’s business was on the verge of bankruptcy.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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