racking

Example Sentences

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As the story goes, Hastings had misplaced a VHS tape of “Apollo 13” racking up a hefty $40 charge.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

They create financial stability by helping families avoid racking up credit-card debt when costs rise, unexpected expenses come up or people lose their jobs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

"I'm really worried about which one would be better... I'll keep racking my brain about it," Eva Batta told AFP near the grocery store at the edge of Pusztavacs.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

"Many people who are on very low incomes will be very worried about racking up debts in order to pay for their fuel bills," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Still, he walked from Charlie Valentine’s house to the main road, racking his brains for some way into another world.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby