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payable

[pey-uh-buhl] / ˈpeɪ ə bəl /


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A government spokesperson said draft compensation regulations due to be released in the autumn will set out a compensation process through which an independent assessor "would determine what, if any, is payable".

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

With an indirect rollover, the check is made payable to the former employee, is treated as a distribution and is subject to mandatory 20% tax withholding.

From MarketWatch Jul. 19, 2026

It is payable on top of the purchase price of many goods and services, with the standard rate 20%.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

His decision to retire six months ago was based partly on the insurer’s promise of a $400-a-month Medicare supplement benefit, payable until death, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

“Today is Mr. Featherstone's birthday. Today is the anniversary of Tilita’s marriage. Insurance is payable, as are the water, gas, and light bills.”

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury




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