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recoup

[ri-koop] / rɪˈkup /


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In 2026, some of the cities have responded by trying to recoup the security and transport costs of hosting the tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

UFC's parent company said in February the fight will cost at least $60 million to stage, but that it hoped to recoup around half that in corporate sponsorships and other sources.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

States can recoup their attorneys’ fees if they win a case.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

It’s sad and stony-hearted that the Lakers should unload LeBron James, recoup resources, unload his albatross-like salary, and build a championship contender bolstered by Luka Doncic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Would she be able to organize, sketch, and gather enough specimens to recoup all the hard-earned money spent on this voyage?

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman




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