repay

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Days before the sale, they reached an agreement to repay about $9 million, halting the scheduled auction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Murrell's lawyer indicated this week that the former chief executive had enough funds to repay the sum he embezzled from the party.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The decline followed Virgin Galactic’s plan to issue stock to repay $10 million in debt, diluting shares significantly.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Prosecutors say at this point, Juin only had a few thousand dollars left in his bank account and that he has failed to repay any of the money.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

“And think about what trouble you’ve caused. I feed you and house you and you repay me by running off without a thought for your duties.”

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo