owing

Example Sentences

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The foundation wants to increase the trigger amount, meaning the marathon could generate more revenue without owing any royalty payments.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

While it voted to hold interest rates owing to fears of a spike in inflation caused by surging energy costs, three "did not support inclusion of an easing bias in the statement at this time."

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Calder says he was told that the money would be refunded and that he had first-class seats on the new flights owing to the inconvenience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

The UK population is now expected to grow at a slower rate than previously thought, reaching 71 million by 2034, owing to a sharp fall in migration.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

She didn’t like the idea of owing him and couldn’t bear the thought of slipping backward again.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times